Sega has officially unveiled the global release date for Sonic Rumble, generating excitement among fans eager to dive into this new multiplayer party game. Mark your calendars for May 8, 2025, when Sonic Rumble will be available on iOS, Android, and PC. In addition to the release date, Sega also shared insights into the game's mechanics and the rewards players can expect from the ongoing pre-registration campaign.

Sonic Rumble Coming on May 8

Sonic Rumble Global Release Date Announcement Trailer

On April 9, Sega took to Twitter (X) to announce that Sonic Rumble will launch worldwide on May 8, 2025. Accompanying this announcement was a captivating new trailer showcasing gameplay footage. Sonic Rumble introduces the series' first multiplayer party game, allowing up to 32 players to compete in various levels and game modes. In this unique setting, players will navigate a toy world crafted by the notorious Dr. Eggman, tackling challenging obstacle courses and battling in hazardous arenas.

As Sonic Rumble is set to be a free-to-play title, concerns about potential pay-to-win mechanics have surfaced. However, Sonic Rumble Director Makoto Tase addressed these concerns during an interview with Automaton at the Tokyo Game Show 2024. Tase clarified, "We’re aiming for a casual system that allows you to just buy what you want quickly for a small, fixed amount, rather than a gacha system that gives you a certain probability of obtaining items."

Sonic Rumble Reaches Over 900k Pre-Registrations

Following the release date announcement, Sega disclosed that Sonic Rumble has surpassed 900,000 pre-registrations. This milestone not only demonstrates significant interest in the game but also unlocks a series of in-game rewards designed to give players a head start. Here are the rewards tied to different pre-registration milestones:

• 200K Pre-Registered - x5000 Rings (in-game currency)
• 400K Pre-Registered - Happy Sticker
• 600K Pre-Registered - Crystal Chao Buddy
• 900K Pre-Registered - Garnet Knuckles Skin
• ??? Pre-Registered - Movie Sonic Skin

While the final milestone for the pre-registration campaign remains undisclosed, speculation suggests it could be 1 million or more, a common target for similar campaigns. With several weeks until the game's launch, there's still time for Sonic Rumble to achieve this goal.

Sonic Rumble is slated to launch on May 8, 2025, on iOS, Android, and PC. To keep up with the latest updates on the game, be sure to check out our detailed article below!