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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds to Add Three Free Sega Characters, Starting With NiGHTS in December

The additions reflect Sega's plan to mix free updates with paid crossovers to sustain interest.

Overview

  • Eurogamer reports that three free Sega characters are queued for release over the coming months.
  • NiGHTS is slated for December 2025, with the inclusion first spotted on the game's physical box art before a formal Sega announcement.
  • Super Monkey Ball's AiAi is planned for January 2026, followed by Sonic comic duo Tangle and Whisper at a later date.
  • The upcoming lineup follows recent free additions of Persona 5's Joker and Like A Dragon's Ichiban.
  • Post-launch content also includes a paid Minecraft DLC with new characters and a track, while Capcom's Mega Man is expected next year.