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- NiGHTS is now a playable character in Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds, available on various platforms as of December 25, 4:00 PM Pacific Time.
- The Dream Sleeper, NiGHTS signature vehicle, is also included in the update, along with themed cosmetic items such as emotes and sounds.
- The addition of NiGHTS strengthens Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds ties to Segas holiday-themed titles, reminiscent of the classic Nights games.
- The NiGHTS content is a free downloadable update for all players.
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Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds – Welcome NiGHTS on Christmas Eve with Dream Sleeper Update
On December 24 at 4:00 PM Pacific Time, Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds will receive an update featuring NiGHTS as a playable character—a welcome addition for fans of the classic Sega title. The update includes NiGHTS’ signature vehicle, the Dream Sleeper, along with themed cosmetic items. Players can access the NiGHTS content when the update goes live at 12:00 AM Pacific Time on December 25. The free downloadable content adds NiGHTS and the Dream Sleeper, plus character-themed emotes and sounds. The addition of NiGHTS further cements Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds’ place among Sega’s holiday-themed titles, a connection many fans associate with the classic NiGHTS games. Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds is available on PS5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
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| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Sega Ages 2500 Vol. 21: SDI & Quartet - Sega System 16 Collection |
| Brief Summary | As the name suggests, this game is a compilation which includes the Sega System 16 and Sega Master System (both Japan and worldwide) versions of SDI: Strategic Defense Initiative and Quartet. In the case of SDI, this marks the first time the game has been brought to the home with the correct dual-joystick control scheme. |
| Platforms | PlayStation 2 |
| Released | October 27, 2005 |
| Genre | Arcade |
| Languages | English |
| Genre | M2 |
| Genre | Sega |
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- A magical NiGHT awaits you, NiGHTS arrives in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on Christmas EveA magical NiGHT awaits you, NiGHTS arrives in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on Christmas Evesonicstadium.org
- Nights comes to Sonic Racing CrossWorlds on Christmas EveNights comes to Sonic Racing CrossWorlds on Christmas Evemynintendonews.com
- HeadlinesHeadlinessonic-city.net
- NiGHTS Joins Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds This WeekNiGHTS Joins Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds This Weektheouterhaven.net