Sega just announced that Sonic Rumble will be available on May 8. It was supposed to , but will finally see the light of day next month. It’s being described as a "multiplayer action game" and it really reminds me of Mediatonic’s Fall Guys, which even offers a mode .
To that end, Sonic Rumble can accommodate 32 players at once. It’s a battle royale-style title that has players race around worlds inspired by the franchise. The last one standing at the end wins. You know the drill.
This being a Sonic game, there are rings to collect. These can be used to purchase new skins and stickers. Sega specifically mentioned a Sonic skin from the recent , which is neat.
The company also promises "key gameplay enhancements designed to add depth and strategic layers to every round." Each player gets a customizable set of skills, with multiple slots per character. There’s also a newly-announced co-op mechanic that brings players together to "strategize and overcome obstacles as a unit."
There’s a spot of bad news here for console players. Sonic Rumble will only be available for iOS, Android and PC via Steam.
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