Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Switch 2 Release Date Set for December 2025 on Nintendo eShop

Sega has officially announced the highly anticipated release date for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on the Nintendo Switch 2.

The digital edition will be available on the Nintendo eShop starting December 4th, 2025, just in time for the bustling holiday season.

This release marks another exciting addition to Sega’s enduring Sonic franchise and further strengthens the Switch 2 lineup with a marquee racing title. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds originally launched on the Nintendo Switch, earning acclaim for its fast-paced multiplayer modes and inventive track design.

Sega’s commitment to supporting existing players remains evident with the Switch 2 port.

Owners of either the physical or digital version for the current Switch platform can upgrade to the new Switch 2 edition for $10.

Notably, for the first week—between December 3rd at 8 p.m.

ET/5 p.m.

PT and December 10th at the same time—the upgrade will be available at a discounted rate of $5, offering strong value for early adopters looking to enhance their experience on the next-generation hardware. In a move applauded by fans, all progress and saved data from the original Switch version will transfer seamlessly to the Switch 2 edition for those utilizing the upgrade.

Sega specified that this feature applies to digital upgrades, with indications that future physical cartridge purchasers will also benefit from continued save progression, though further details are expected closer to launch.

This approach stands in contrast to previous Sega titles such as Sonic x Shadow Generations and Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S, which did not feature compatible save transfers between generations. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will retail for $69.99 in its digital form.

For collectors and those preferring physical media, Sega confirmed a boxed Switch 2 version is planned for early 2026.

The physical release will include the full game on cartridge, catering to dedicated fans and those seeking a tangible addition to their collections. Takashi Iizuka, producer of the Sonic series, recently addressed the community regarding the timing of the Switch 2 version’s release.

He reaffirmed Sega’s commitment to delivering the best possible experience on new hardware, explaining that the extra development time was essential to optimize performance and maintain parity with other next-generation platforms.

The company’s proactive upgrade pathway illustrates their acknowledgment of the legacy fanbase and desire to smooth the transition to Nintendo’s latest console. Players interested in the discounted upgrade should act within the promotional window to take advantage of the $5 offer.

With the strong possibility of Switch sales in the lead-up to the Switch 2 debut, this upgrade represents a cost-effective pathway for fans to continue their adventures in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.

As Sega continues to expand its presence on Nintendo hardware, the release of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on Switch 2 underscores the franchise’s sustained popularity and Sega’s ongoing innovation in cross-generation game delivery.

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