Raising Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds age rating: what parents of kids 4–7 should know
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds age rating: the ESRB rates it E (Everyone) for mild fantasy violence, and lists in-game purchases. The violence is cartoon power-ups, like spike balls and boxing-glove missiles, that slow other karts down. The game has online races with up to 12 players, according to its Xbox Store listing. We couldn't find a PEGI rating.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds at a glance
- –Official rating above age 7
ESRB: E - ✓Contact with other players or strangers
Online races, up to 12 players (Xbox Store) - ✓Purchases with real money
ESRB: In-Game Purchases - –Paid random items
None listed - ✓Violence or scary content in rating descriptors
ESRB: Mild Fantasy Violence - –Government lawsuits, fines, or safety warnings
None found
Each flag is a yes-or-no fact from the sources on this page. The number is a count of flags, not a safety score. How we count.
| Type | Kart racing game with Sonic characters by SEGA (Sonic Team), released September 25, 2025 |
|---|---|
| US & Canada (ESRB) | E (Everyone) — Mild Fantasy Violence; In-Game Purchases source |
| Online play | Online races for 2 to 12 players, with 12-player friend lobbies (Xbox Store listing) source |
| Europe & UK (PEGI) | We couldn't find it in PEGI's database |
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 (ESRB) |
Checked October 2026. Ratings and settings change; check the official source before you decide. What do these ratings mean?
Facts for parents, not medical or legal advice. If you're worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician.
What is Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds?
Short answer: A kart racing game with Sonic and friends, made by Sonic Team and published by SEGA.
Players race against other drivers and use power-ups to get ahead. It came out on September 25, 2025, on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, with a Switch 2 version too.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds age rating: what's in it
Short answer: It's rated E (Everyone) in the US.
- US & Canada (ESRB): E, for Mild Fantasy Violence. Players use cartoony power-ups like spike balls, boxing-glove missiles, and saw blades. A hit makes a kart blink red and slow down, and characters give small cries.
- Europe & UK (PEGI): We couldn't find it in PEGI's database.
We couldn't find a Common Sense Media review.
Online races and purchases
Short answer: It has online races and sells in-game items.
The Xbox Store listing shows online multiplayer for 2 to 12 players and friend lobbies. As of October 2026, the ESRB lists In-Game Purchases but not Users Interact or random items.
The habit kids may copy: the sore loser moment
Racing games hand out power-ups that knock the leader back. The habit kids may copy: a big meltdown when they're hit right before the finish line.
Try tonight: the race that goes wrong
Race toy cars across the floor and let one get "hit" on purpose. Ask: "Big feeling? Let's watch it go up... and down." In our program, this is the lesson "The Wave": big feelings rise, peak, and pass.
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FAQ
What age is Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds for?
The ESRB rates it E (Everyone) for mild fantasy violence.
Can you play Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds online?
Yes. The Xbox Store listing shows online races for 2 to 12 players.
Does Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds have in-game purchases?
Yes, the ESRB lists In-Game Purchases. It doesn't list random items.
When did Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds come out?
September 25, 2025, on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
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