SEGA Stars Join Sonic Rumble for Epic Crossover Debut!

Sonic Rumble, despite not having a global launch yet, is already making waves with its first crossover event, dubbed Crossover Event #0: SEGA Stars. This exciting event is currently live and will run until May 7th, right before the game's worldwide launch on May 8th.

Currently in soft launch, Sonic Rumble is accessible in over 40 countries. It saw its first pre-launch phase during the summer of 2024, opening up in regions such as the Philippines, Scandinavian countries, and Colombia. The second pre-launch phase expanded to include Canada, Turkey, Malaysia, South Africa, and other regions.

What’s in Store?

If you're fortunate enough to be in one of the soft-launch regions, you can jump into the Sonic Rumble SEGA Stars crossover. The event brings back the Altered Beast crew, with the Werewolf transformation available for free. Fans of the classic beast modes can also unlock the Werebear and Weredragon, though with different purchasing options. The Weredragon is exclusive to the Premium Pass, while the Werebear can potentially be bought with regular rings.

Adding a touch of Fantasy Zone, Opa-Opa and Upa-Upa have joined the fray. Opa-Opa is part of the Premium Pass, whereas Upa-Upa can be obtained through fragments, each costing 700 standard rings.

Super Monkey Ball's AiAi and MeeMee have also rolled into the crossover event. To get AiAi, you'll need to spend 729 Red Star Rings. You can get a closer look at the event in the video below.

Earn Exclusive Goodies During the Sonic Rumble SEGA Stars Crossover

During matches, you can collect SEGA logos to earn additional rewards. While it might seem unusual for the event to be live before the global release, SEGA has assured fans that most of these pre-release rewards will return later.

This first crossover event showcases a deep dive into SEGA's rich history, bringing together monkeys, sentient arcade ships, and mythical creatures to interact with Sonic and his friends, setting the stage for Sonic Rumble's promising future.

You can download Sonic Rumble from the Google Play Store now or wait for its official release on May 8th in your region.

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