Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Adds Tangle & Whisper DLC With New Festival Event on Nintendo Switch

SEGA has officially unveiled the release date for the highly anticipated Tangle & Whisper DLC in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.

This free content update arrives for all players on February 25, 2026, on the Nintendo Switch and additional platforms.

With this expansion, SEGA continues its tradition of supporting Sonic’s racing titles with engaging updates and fan-favorite characters. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, developed by SEGA, is a competitive kart racer that features beloved characters from the Sonic universe and is available on platforms including the Nintendo Switch.

Since its original release, the game has been praised for its tight controls, vibrant tracks, and community-driven content additions.

Expanding its roster with unique characters keeps the gameplay fresh and fans engaged. The Tangle & Whisper DLC introduces two popular characters from the Sonic comic series.

Players can now choose Tangle the Lemur and Whisper the Wolf as playable racers, further diversifying the lineup and racing strategies available within the game.

This addition reflects SEGA’s commitment to drawing from the wider Sonic universe, ensuring both casual players and long-time fans find new reasons to return to the track. Launching alongside this content update is the in-game "Tangle & Whisper Festival," a special event running from February 26 at 7:00 PM ET through March 1 at 6:59 PM ET, 2026.

During this festival, players will encounter themed challenges and unique content that highlight the new characters, creating a celebratory atmosphere within the community.

However, SEGA noted that the World Match mode will be temporarily unavailable throughout the event period.

In a statement shared to the official Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Twitter account, SEGA confirmed these details, emphasizing the festival’s focus on limited-time competitions and exclusive unlocks. SEGA's consistent updates and community-focused initiatives with Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds underscore its success in the competitive kart racing genre.

The game continues to maintain an active user base on the Nintendo Switch and across other major platforms, helping to solidify SEGA's presence in the multiplayer racing scene.

By integrating fan-favorite characters like Tangle and Whisper, SEGA reinforces its commitment to honoring the deep lore and widespread appeal of the Sonic franchise. Gamers interested in experiencing the new content can download the free Tangle & Whisper update for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds starting February 25, 2026, via the Nintendo eShop or other game storefronts.

Don’t miss the limited-time festival event, which adds even more excitement to one of Nintendo Switch’s top kart racing experiences.