Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Adds Crossover DLC Roadmap

Sega announced new paid and free content for Sonic Racing CrossWorlds during its World Championship Finals livestream, revealing a Year Two roadmap that begins November 3, 2026, with crossover DLC, new racers, machines, and competitive features, according to NintendoEverything. The upcoming content includes six premium DLC packs featuring collaborations with Godzilla, EVANGELION, Sanrio, Sega franchises, Final Fantasy VII Remake Series, and Persona. NintendoEverything reported that the first three free additions are Bayonetta, a McLaren Racing machine, and Aigis.

Year Two introduces Duel Mode, a 1v1 racing option where players compete using item strategies and the new Duel Boost mechanic. According to NintendoEverything, the mode includes Rival Duel Match, online Duel Match formats, and Friend Match options.

Sega will also add the Grand Master Plate gadget system upgrade, which provides a seventh Super Slot for one-slot gadgets. NintendoEverything reported that 15 new gadgets will arrive at launch, with additional gadgets planned later.

The first premium DLC pack is the Godzilla Pack, scheduled for November 3, 2026, with the Godzilla Escape course and three themed machines. NintendoEverything listed the EVANGELION Pack for January 2027, followed by Virtual Sanrio Puroland, SEGALAND, Final Fantasy VII Remake Series, and Persona Series packs through 2027. Additional Season Pass Two content includes a SEGA Controllers Decal Pack available October 9, 2026, and a SEGA Consoles Pack available November 3, 2026, according to NintendoEverything. Super Shadow content will require ownership of both Season Pass One and Season Pass Two.

Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Year Two also changes how post-launch characters appear in races. According to NintendoEverything, free and paid DLC characters released after the game's September 25, 2025 launch will appear as CPU opponents in online and offline modes.