Team Sonic Racing is a team-based kart racing game developed by Sumo Digital and published by SEGA. It features characters from the Sonic universe competing in high-speed races across vibrant tracks. The game emphasizes cooperative mechanics, where teams of three work together using shared power-ups and strategies to win races collectively rather than individually.
Key Features
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Team-Based Racing Mechanics Players race in teams of three, with victory determined by combined team points rather than individual placement
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Unique Team Actions Use team-specific abilities like Item Transfer, Skimboost, and Team Ultimate to support teammates and gain strategic advantages
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Diverse Character Roster Includes 15 playable characters from the Sonic universe, divided into Speed, Technique, and Power classes for varied playstyles
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Vehicle Customization Unlock and equip performance parts, cosmetic upgrades, and handling modifiers to tailor each vehicle to your preferences
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Adventure Mode Story-driven single-player campaign that introduces game mechanics and character interactions through mission-based progression
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Multiplayer Modes Supports up to 4 players in split-screen local play, 8 players via local wireless, and up to 12 players in online races
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Wisps Power-Ups Utilize 14 different offensive and defensive Wisps to disrupt opponents or protect your team
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Track Variety Race across themed circuits inspired by Sonic locations, each with dynamic obstacles and shortcuts
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Accessible Gameplay Simplified controls and team mechanics make the game approachable for younger players and casual racers
Pros and Cons
Pros
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Emphasis on teamwork adds strategic depth
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Wide range of characters and customization options
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Multiple multiplayer formats including online and local Cons
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No transforming vehicles or dynamic terrain like previous Sonic racing titles
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Adventure Mode is relatively short and linear
Compatibility
Works with
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Nintendo Switch
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Nintendo Switch Lite (supports handheld mode only)
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Nintendo Switch OLED
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Nintendo Switch Online required for online multiplayer and cloud saves
Short Point-Based Overview
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Title Team Sonic Racing – Nintendo Switch
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Genre Kart Racing, Multiplayer
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Developer Sumo Digital
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Publisher SEGA
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Release Date May 21, 2019
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Modes Single-player, Local Multiplayer, Online Multiplayer
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Rating ESRB Everyone (Mild Cartoon Violence, Users Interact)
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Platform Nintendo Switch
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In-Game Purchases None
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