Overview of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World
- Sega is actively promoting its forthcoming Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds in connection with the recent announcement of Mario Kart World.
- Set to launch on June 5 alongside the Nintendo Switch 2, Mario Kart World introduces innovative features while Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is expected on various platforms in 2025.
- The announcement of Mario Kart World has generated excitement among gamers, although an $80 price point has provoked criticism.
In a strategic response to Nintendo’s unveiling of Mario Kart World, Sega is gearing up for the release of its own mascot racing game, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds. The initial teaser for the new Mario Kart was revealed during the Nintendo Switch 2 showcase in January. However, it was during this week’s Nintendo Direct that fans finally received a detailed look at what Mario Kart World brings to the table.
Mario Kart World promises a revolutionary open-world racing experience, complete with expansive courses, alternate routes, and a new Free Roam mode that allows players to fully immerse themselves in vibrant environments. Meanwhile, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is slated to hit multiple gaming systems in 2025, offering its unique twists, including special portals that facilitate diverse racing routes.
The official reveal of Mario Kart World has sparked significant buzz within the gaming community, prompting Sega to join the conversation regarding its upcoming competition. In a creative social media post on the Sonic the Hedgehog Twitter page, Sega has indicated that April 2 will be a landmark day for racing games. They also emphasized that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be the “ONLY upcoming kart racer you could enjoy with friends globally across all your favorite platforms.”
Sega’s Playful Jibe at Mario Kart World Announcement
Big day for worldly racing games! Anyway, get ready for the ONLY upcoming kart racer you can play with your friends around the world across all your favorite platforms: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds! pic.twitter.com/sV1IwKS5hM — Sonic the Hedgehog (@sonic_hedgehog) April 2, 2025
This tweet subtly highlights that Mario Kart World will exclusively launch on the Nintendo Switch 2, leaving out fans of other consoles. Additionally, the recently announced $80 price tag for Mario Kart World has ignited a wave of backlash, as many gamers express concerns that such pricing could become a troubling industry norm.
Both games are set to cater to diverse player bases with distinct offerings. Mario Kart World will launch alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5, while the release date for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds remains tentative for 2025. Another Nintendo Direct presentation is scheduled for April 17, promising further insights into Mario Kart World. As the classic rivalry between Nintendo and Sega ignites once more, fans eagerly await to see which iconic character will dominate the racing circuit.