Gamers across the UK are revving their engines for the latest downloadable content drop for the acclaimed racer, Sonic Racing Crossworlds. This week sees the arrival of a beloved icon from Bandai Namco, injecting fresh energy into what many consider a top-tier kart racing title.
Pac-Man Pack Release Date and Festival Start Times
The wait for the new content is almost over. The Pac-Man Pack will be available to download on January 7 for all platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and PC.
Following the pack's launch, a special in-game event will begin. The Pac-Man Festival is a free event accessible to all players, regardless of whether they purchase the DLC. According to an official SEGA post on X, the festival kicks off on Thursday, January 8 at 7:00 PM Eastern Time (ET).
For players in the United Kingdom, this translates to a start time of midnight GMT on Friday, January 9. The event will conclude on Sunday, January 11 at 11:59 PM GMT (6:59 PM ET).
What's Included in the New DLC?
This marks the third major expansion for Sonic Racing Crossworlds, continuing the game's robust post-launch support from Sonic Team. The Pac-Man Pack introduces several exciting additions:
- New Racers: Pac-Man himself and the Team Ghost characters become playable.
- New Vehicle: Players can race in the Pac-Man Mobile kart.
- New Track: The highlight is the brand-new Pac-Village and Maze circuit.
- Cosmetics: Each new character receives six unique emotes, accompanied by fresh sound effects.
How to Get the Pac-Man Pack
Accessing this new content requires an additional purchase. There are a couple of ways for fans to secure the pack.
The most cost-effective method for those planning to get all future content is via the Season Pass, priced at £24.99 for existing owners of the base game. Alternatively, the Digital Deluxe Edition of Sonic Racing Crossworlds, costing £79.99, includes the base game, the Season Pass, and the Sonic Prime Character Pack.
For players only interested in this specific DLC, the Pac-Man Pack will be available as a standalone purchase for £4.99 from its release date.
This update continues to build on the game's reputation, following previous DLC packs featuring Minecraft and SpongeBob SquarePants, solidifying its position as a major contender in the kart racing genre.
