Sega Delays Sonic Rumble for Upcoming Update

Despite the excitement around a pre-launch crossover event that showcased beloved Sega classics like Super Monkey Ball and Altered Beast, fans of Sonic Rumble will have to wait a bit longer for its global debut. The multiplayer battle royale game, which garnered over 1.4 million pre-registrations, has been postponed as Sega gears up for the release of the version 1.2 update.

The much-anticipated update 1.2 is set to introduce a range of exciting new content to Sonic Rumble's toybox world, masterminded by Dr. Eggman. Players can look forward to features such as Rumble Rankings, Crews, and character Skills, all designed to enhance the game's depth and strategic elements. Rumble Rankings will enable players to compete on seasonal leaderboards for various rewards, while Crews will foster teamwork through score missions. The introduction of the Skills system will add a layer of tactical gameplay, allowing characters to wield unique abilities.

Rather than launching with these updates in a rush, Sega has decided to delay the release to ensure everything is polished to perfection. In the meantime, a Q&A session is scheduled for May 2nd on Discord, offering fans a chance to learn more about upcoming developments and voice their queries directly to the team.

While awaiting Sonic Rumble's launch, players can explore other top battle royales available on iOS to keep the excitement going.

The delay does not diminish the game's momentum; all pre-registration rewards remain secured, including 5,000 Rings, a Crystal Chao Buddy, the Happy Sticker, the Garnet Knuckles skin, and the coveted Movie Sonic skin for reaching the 1.4 million pre-registration milestone. When Sonic Rumble finally launches, players will start with a bountiful collection of in-game goodies.

With the release now pushed back, interested gamers can still pre-register for Sonic Rumble by following the provided links. The game will be free-to-play with options for in-app purchases. For more details, be sure to visit the official website.