This weekend, Sega is hosting a closed network test for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on PlayStation 5. Gamers are sharing their first thoughts online.
Currently, there are no details about the game’s Switch version. But insights from the test give fans a glimpse of what to expect when it lands on Nintendo’s console. Keep in mind, this is a test, so things might change.
Here are some early opinions from the YouTube channel Good Vibes Gaming:
“The game feels good overall. Racing and drifting are enjoyable. The tracks are well-designed and visually appealing. But the items might be too abundant, making races chaotic. The air tricks didn’t impress me. This is just a beta, though. If you liked Transformed, you might find reasons to be hopeful. It’s definitely better than Team Sonic Racing.”
On social media, fans are voicing their experiences about the beta:
Ham: “The game is too chaotic. The tracks feel narrow, and items are too frequent. Cutting down the number of items would improve things.”
@blueaizu.blue: “I tried the Sonic Racing CrossWorlds beta! It has potential, but it’s a bit chaotic right now.”
@annachicky.bsky.social: “This beta is super fun and wild! You can change positions rapidly, and I spent ages customizing my cars!”
More feedback came from players on ResetEra:
A Ream of Paper: “I played for nearly two hours and had a blast. I finished in the top three several times using the speed kart!”
BlueStarEXSF: “After two hours, I found the tracks and crossworld feature to be highlights. The handling took some time to adjust to.”
DynamicSushy: “This game feels even faster than Mario Kart. It’s chaotic, and I’m excited to see what career modes they have in mind!”
Fans also commented on the Sonic subreddit:
KrispyBaconator: “I’m really enjoying it! It feels more like Mario Kart than other Sega racing games, but the graphics are stunning!”
Burtzman: “I feel overwhelmed. There are too many items and effects happening. The soundtrack gets lost in the chaos.”
shrimp-parm: “Way too many items. I get hit for most of the race unless I’m in the front. But the controls feel solid.”
Website Game8 shared a review of the beta, noting excitement despite its early stage:
“There’s a lot to be excited about already. The beta includes nine characters, but 23 racers are expected at launch. Along with more tracks and customization options, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds shows promise. With various modes, it could end up being a standout title in kart racing games.”