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AppWizard

June 20, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is getting Minecraft characters and Hatsune Miku to make sure people are “not just playing it when it comes out, having fun, and that being it”

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will feature crossover characters from franchises such as Minecraft, Yakuza, Hatsune Miku, and Joker from Persona 5, aiming to create a 'Hall of Fame' atmosphere. Producer Takashi Iizuka stated that the game seeks to pull from the best elements of previous racing titles to enhance player engagement. A Season Pass will provide new content, including characters and courses, for a year after launch, with Minecraft being the first major addition. This strategy is intended to maintain player interest in a competitive gaming landscape, particularly against titles like Mario Kart.

BetaBeacon

June 19, 2025

Enter the Gungeon is dodge rolling onto Android, with online co-op and exclusive content

Enter the Gungeon and Exit the Gungeon are coming to Android and iOS with exclusive new features, including online co-op play and Cult of the Lamp crossover content.

AppWizard

June 17, 2025

These crazy mods can turn one of the best PC games of 2025 into the ultimate Final Fantasy x Pokémon crossover, guest starring Keanu Reeves

YouTube revealed key plot details about Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, leading to the installation of an Edge Extension to avoid spoilers. The game is anticipated to be one of the best Xbox and PC games of 2025 and a strong contender for Game of the Year. The modding community on Nexusmods has produced various mods, including cosmetic mods that enhance character appearances. Notable mods include 'Mewtwo Lune,' which replaces the character Lune with Mewtwo from Pokémon, and Digimon mods featuring characters like Wargreyman and Leomon. Mods inspired by Final Fantasy include outfits for characters like Tifa and Tidus, while a unique mod replaces Gustave with Keanu Reeves, complete with custom facial animations. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Game Pass, and PC via Steam.

AppWizard

June 11, 2025

New data reveals GTA Online players also love Minecraft and Fortnite | Esports News

Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto Online has 20 million monthly active players as of April 2025, its highest engagement since June 2022. Many of these players also engage with other popular games, particularly Fortnite, Roblox, Call of Duty, and Minecraft, with an 11% overlap of GTA Online players with Minecraft. Despite its large user base, there has been a 19% decline in average playtime among gamers who play both GTA Online and Minecraft on PlayStation. This trend suggests that player engagement with GTA Online can fluctuate based on the popularity of competing titles.

AppWizard

June 8, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds’ Takashi Iizuka on Crossover Racers Like Minecraft’s Steve and How Travel Rings Change Everything

Takashi Iizuka, head of Sonic Team, announced details about the upcoming game Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, which will feature characters such as Hatsune Miku, Ichiban Kasuga, Joker from Persona 5, and Minecraft characters like Steve, Alex, and the Creeper. The game will have a three-lap racing format where the first-place racer can choose a new world for the next lap using Travel Rings. It will include power-ups like the Rocket Punch and Monster Truck, and will allow any character to ride any vehicle. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is set to release on September 25, 2025, on platforms including PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch, with cross-play functionality and support for up to 12 players online.

AppWizard

June 7, 2025

Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Has Hatsune Miku, Persona 5, Minecraft

Sega announced Sonic Racing CrossWorlds will be released on September 25, 2025, for most major platforms, with a version for the Switch 2 yet to be announced. The game features character cameos from franchises like Hatsune Miku, Persona 5, Like a Dragon, and Minecraft. The character lineup includes: - Amy Rose - Big the Cat - Blaze the Cat - Charmy Bee - Cream and Cheese - Dr. Eggman - E-123 Omega - Espio the Chameleon - Jet the Hawk - Knuckles the Echidna - Metal Sonic - Rouge the Bat - Shadow the Hedgehog - Silver the Hedgehog - Sonic the Hedgehog - Sonic the Werehog - Storm the Albatross - Tails - Vector the Crocodile - Wave the Swallow - Zavok The pricing is set at .99 for the Switch and .99 for the Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC versions.

AppWizard

June 7, 2025

Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Includes Guest Drivers from Minecraft, Like a Dragon, More

SEGA has released a new trailer for its racing game, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, showcasing vibrant graphics and gameplay. The game features a lineup of special guest characters, including Ichiban Kasuga from Like a Dragon, Joker from Persona 5, Hatsune Miku, and characters from Minecraft. The game is set to be released on September 25, 2025.

AppWizard

June 5, 2025

Sonic’s Upcoming Kart Racer Will Include Minecraft And SpongeBob Characters

Sonic Racing Crossworlds is the latest installment in Sega's kart racing franchise, featuring characters such as Sonic, Tails, and Dr. Robotnik, along with SpongeBob SquarePants as a crossover addition. Leaks suggest the inclusion of characters from Minecraft and Avatar: The Last Airbender through downloadable content (DLC), with tracks inspired by franchises like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and SpongeBob SquarePants. The game is set to launch later this year on multiple platforms, including PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Switch, and PC.

AppWizard

June 4, 2025

‘Why are they so greedy’: Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 players are in disbelief to find bundle ads but Activision claims it’s simply a ‘UI feature test’ that was published ‘in error’

A player of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 discovered embedded bundle advertisements in the weapon select menu, leading to frustration among the gaming community. Activision removed the ads, stating they were an oversight and part of a test that unintentionally went live. This incident sparked outrage, with players expressing dissatisfaction over rising costs and unresolved bugs in the game. The controversy reflects ongoing concerns about Activision's monetization strategies, including a costly Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles crossover and overpriced Squid Game skins, raising questions about the balance between gameplay and corporate profit motives.

AppWizard

June 4, 2025

Massive Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Leak Reveals TMNT, SpongeBob, Avatar, and Minecraft Crossovers With Full Gameplay Footage

A leak regarding Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has revealed crossover content featuring franchises such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT), Avatar: The Last Airbender, SpongeBob SquarePants, and Minecraft. The TMNT content includes a "Pizza Van" in four color variants and a themed race track set in New York City. Avatar content features Aang on a hoverboard and a "Bending Gates" mechanic for elemental powers. Minecraft is represented with a character selection menu hinting at a Minecraft-style character and themed vehicles. SpongeBob SquarePants will also be a playable racer with a unique vehicle and track. The leaks confirm the presence of TMNT, Avatar, and Minecraft, with potential for more franchises to be announced. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is expected to launch later this year.