Despite an exciting pre-launch crossover event featuring 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 eagerly anticipated multiplayer battle royale game, which had garnered over 1.4 million pre-registrations, has been delayed as Sega focuses on perfecting the game with its upcoming version 1.2 update.

The version 1.2 update is set to enhance Sonic Rumble's toybox world, designed by the notorious Dr. Eggman, with exciting new features such as Rumble Rankings, Crews, and a character Skills system. These updates aim to enrich the gameplay experience, providing players with more objectives beyond just securing a victory.

Rumble Rankings will introduce seasonal leaderboards where players can compete for rewards, while Crews will enable you and your friends to tackle score missions together, fostering a sense of teamwork and camaraderie. The Skills system will add a layer of strategy by equipping characters with unique abilities, allowing for more dynamic gameplay.

Rather than hastily implementing these features mid-launch, Sega has chosen to delay the release to ensure everything is polished and ready. In the meantime, a Q&A session is scheduled for May 2nd on Discord, offering fans a chance to learn more about the upcoming changes and voice their questions directly to the developers.

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Despite the delay, the momentum behind Sonic Rumble remains strong. 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, are still assured. When the game finally launches, players will start with a generous collection of in-game goodies.

With the release date postponed, you can continue to pre-register for Sonic Rumble by clicking on your preferred link below. The game will be free-to-play with in-app purchases. For more information, be sure to visit the official website.