Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
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Everything announced at Summer Game Fest 2026
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of new game announcements and trailers, including Resident Evil Veronica remake, Alien: Isolation 2, genAtlas, Stranger Than Heaven, and the highly anticipated Final Fantasy 7: Revelation. Several developers also revealed new projects, such as PlatinumGames' Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin and RGG Studio's Virtua Fighter: Crossroads. The event also featured updates on existing titles like Palworld and Fortnite, alongside reveals for new entries in franchises like Guild Wars and Monster Hunter.
Sonic the Hedgehog Theme Songs Compiled on Forever Fast Album
Sega announced the release of 'Forever Fast: 35th Anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog,' a two-disc CD compilation of voiced theme songs from the Sonic series. The album will be available digitally and physically on June 24, 2026, featuring tracks from games like Sonic Adventure and Sonic Racing: Crossworlds, including confirmed songs by Crush 40 and Nathan Sharp.
Feature: Nintendo Switch 2: Year One - Looking Back, How Would You Rate It So Far?
This article looks back at the first year of the Nintendo Switch 2, which launched in June 2025. It recaps the major game releases, including both new titles and enhanced versions of existing games, and discusses the challenges faced by Nintendo and the industry during this period. The piece also includes impressions from the editorial team and reader polls to gauge satisfaction with the console's debut year.
SEGA launching SEGA Music label with new Sonic 35th anniversary album
SEGA is launching its new SEGA Music label with a 35th anniversary album for Sonic the Hedgehog titled "Forever Fast". The album will feature 22 vocal themes from various Sonic games and includes a new recording of "Escape From The City". It will be released in Japan on June 24th with a digital version following on June 25th.
IGN accidentally leaks Cronos: Lazarus in a new article, game set for IGN Live
IGN accidentally revealed the existence of Cronos: Lazarus, a new game that will be showcased at their upcoming IGN Live event on June 6-7. The article speculates it could be an expansion for the survival horror title Cronos on Nintendo Switch. The piece also briefly mentions IGN's lists of best zombie games and their hands-on preview of Sonic Racing Crossworlds, as well as Elden Ring being IGN's best game of 2022.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Free Puyo Puyo Content Drop Officially Available
SEGA has released a free Puyo Puyo content drop for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, adding Arle as a playable character with her own vehicle and new music to the Jukebox. This content is available for players who own the Standard or Digital Deluxe versions of the game. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and various Nintendo Switch models.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds gets Puyo Puyo content in new update
Sega announced that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is receiving a new update tomorrow, May 27th, which will introduce content from Puyo Puyo. The update includes Arle from Puyo Puyo as a playable character with her Twinkle Bayoen vehicle. The game is available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 4 and 5.
Arle comes to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds in a free update today
Arle Nadja from the Puyo Puyo franchise has been added to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds as a free character. SEGA is also hosting a Puyo Puyo Festival event from May 28th to May 31st to celebrate her inclusion. The game continues to receive new characters and content updates.
PSA: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Adds Another Free Character This Week
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has added Arle from the Puyo Puyo series as a free character this week, following the recent additions of Red and Captain Majima. A themed Festival event will also run from May 28th to May 31st. The game continues to receive free and paid DLC characters from various SEGA franchises and other IPs.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds ‘Puyo Puyo Content Drop’ update launches May 27
The 'Puyo Puyo Content Drop' update for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is scheduled to launch on May 27. This update introduces new content related to the Puyo Puyo franchise.
Daily Video Game Deals May 17 – MIO: Memories In Orbit, Disgaea 6 Complete: Deluxe Edition, Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2, Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed & More
Daily video game deals for May 17 include discounts on MIO: Memories In Orbit, Disgaea 6 Complete: Deluxe Edition, Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2, and Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed. Deals are available for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and Demon’s Souls Lead Massive PS5 Game Discounts at Amazon
Amazon is offering significant discounts on several PlayStation 5 games, including Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and Demon's Souls. This sale presents an opportunity for players to acquire popular titles at reduced prices.
Sega reports $31.6m net loss during FY26, cancels 'Super Game' project amid strategic pivot
Sega Sammy reported a net loss of $31.6 million for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, impacted by significant impairment losses from its acquisitions of Rovio and Stakelogic. The company is pivoting its strategy, reducing the priority of free-to-play games and reassigning over 100 developers to full game development. The ambitious 'Super Game' project has also been cancelled.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (2nd May)
Several Nintendo staff members shared their weekend gaming plans, including playing demos for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Call of the Elder Gods. Other titles mentioned include Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Pentiment, Blasphemous II, and Alien: Isolation. The article also notes the ongoing Golden Week holiday in Japan and a Pokémon YouTube channel's closure due to copyright strikes.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds reveals Arle release date
SEGA has announced that Arle from Puyo Puyo will be available as free DLC for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on May 27, 2026. Arle is the final free character addition, following Red from Angry Birds and Captain Majima from Yakuza. The game will also receive paid DLC featuring Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem and Avatar Legends.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Free Captain Majima Content Drop Available on April 29
SEGA has announced that the free Captain Majima content drop for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be available on April 29. This update includes Goro Majima as a playable character with his own vehicle and special emotes. Additionally, the game will be featured in a Steam Free Weekend and a Golden Week Sale, with discounts available on various platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
ULTRAKILL Act 2: Imperfect Hatred 3xLP Vinyl Soundtrack Now Available for Pre-Order
iam8bit has opened pre-orders for the ULTRAKILL Act 2: Imperfect Hatred 3xLP Vinyl Soundtrack, featuring 26 tracks and artwork by Francis Xie, with shipments expected in Q3 2026. The article also briefly mentions other game releases and updates, including DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow, BALL x PIT, Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, HellSlave II: Judgement of the Archon, and Goro Majima's addition to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
The Unexpected Sonic Series That Won Me Over
The author reflects on their evolving relationship with the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, detailing a period of disinterest due to identity crises and missteps like Sonic Boom. A resurgence of interest began with Sonic Frontiers and continued with recent media like the Chaotix Casefiles audio drama, which is praised for its character focus and narrative strength.
Like a Dragon's Majima Brings Another Yakuza Icon to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on PS5, PS4
Goro Majima, from the Like a Dragon series, will be added as a free playable character to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on April 29, 2026. He will be featured in his Pirate Yakuza appearance, complete with a pirate ship vehicle. This update follows the recent addition of Red from Angry Birds and precedes another free character, Arle from Puyo Puyo.
Steam Deck 2 is Still A While Away, But Valve is “Hard at Work” On It
Valve programmer Pierre-Loup Griffais confirmed that "Steam Deck 2" is in development, but a release is still some time away as the company aims for a significant generational leap in performance rather than iterative upgrades. Designer Lawrence Yang previously stated Valve is not keen on yearly updates, prioritizing substantial improvements over frequent releases. The article also briefly mentions updates for other games and the upcoming Steam Controller.
