Despite an exciting pre-launch crossover event showcasing Super Monkey Ball, Altered Beast, and other Sega classics, Sonic Rumble's global debut is still on hold. The much-anticipated multiplayer battle royale, which has already garnered over 1.4 million pre-registrations, has been delayed as Sega focuses on perfecting the upcoming version 1.2 update.

The 1.2 update is set to enhance Sonic Rumble's toybox world, crafted by Dr. Eggman, with exciting new features such as Rumble Rankings, Crews, and character Skills. These additions are designed to enrich the gameplay experience, offering players more than just a chance at a chaotic victory.

Rumble Rankings will introduce seasonal leaderboards where you can compete for rewards, while Crews will enable you and your friends to tackle score missions together. The new Skills system will equip characters with unique abilities, adding a layer of strategic depth to the game.

Rather than launching the game with these features still in development, Sega has chosen to delay the release to ensure a polished experience. In the meantime, fans can look forward to a Q&A session on May 2nd via Discord, where they can learn more about upcoming plans and ask their burning questions.

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Despite the delay, the excitement for Sonic Rumble remains high. All pre-registration rewards, including 5,000 Rings, a Crystal Chao Buddy, the Happy Sticker, the Garnet Knuckles skin, and the exclusive Movie Sonic skin for reaching the 1.4 million pre-registration mark, will still be available at launch. This ensures that when the game finally rolls out, players will start with a substantial collection of goodies.

If you're eager to get in on the action, you can continue to pre-register for Sonic Rumble by selecting your preferred link below. The game will be free-to-play with in-app purchases. For more details, visit the official website.