Power-ups & Items Guide
Master every power-up and item in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds. Learn when to use each item for maximum effectiveness and strategic advantage.
Item System Overview
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds features a comprehensive item system that adds strategic depth to every race. Understanding when and how to use each item is crucial for competitive success.
Items are obtained from item boxes scattered throughout each track, and their effectiveness depends on your current position and racing situation.
Offensive Items
These items are designed to attack and disrupt your opponents, giving you a competitive advantage.
Rings
Target: Opponents ahead of you
Effect: Homing projectiles that track targets
Best Use: When you're behind and need to catch up
Strategy: Fire when opponents are on straight sections
Bombs
Target: Opponents behind you
Effect: Explosive devices that damage pursuers
Best Use: When you're in the lead
Strategy: Drop on narrow sections for maximum impact
Lightning
Target: All opponents ahead of you
Effect: Slows down all racers in front
Best Use: When you're in first place
Strategy: Use to maintain your lead
Missiles
Target: Specific opponents
Effect: High-speed projectiles with good range
Best Use: Long-range attacks
Strategy: Aim for opponents on straight sections
Defensive Items
These items protect you from incoming attacks and provide temporary advantages.
Shields
Effect: Blocks incoming attacks
Duration: 5 seconds
Best Use: When you hear incoming attack warnings
Strategy: Activate immediately when under fire
Speed Shoes
Effect: Temporary speed boost
Duration: 3 seconds
Best Use: On straight sections or when overtaking
Strategy: Use for quick acceleration and overtaking
Invincibility
Effect: Complete protection and ramming power
Duration: 4 seconds
Best Use: In crowded sections or when under heavy fire
Strategy: Use to ram through obstacles and opponents
Utility Items
These items provide unique advantages and strategic options.
Rockets
Effect: Quick acceleration and boost
Best Use: For overtaking or maintaining position
Strategy: Use on straight sections for maximum effect
Teleportation
Effect: Skip to next checkpoint
Best Use: When far behind or on difficult sections
Strategy: Use strategically to avoid trouble spots
Oil Slicks
Effect: Create slippery hazards
Best Use: On corners or narrow sections
Strategy: Drop behind you to slow pursuers
Strategic Item Usage
Mastering item usage requires understanding timing, positioning, and opponent behavior.
Position-Based Strategy
- 1st Place: Focus on defensive items and speed boosts
- 2nd-4th Place: Use offensive items to attack leaders
- 5th+ Place: Combine offensive and utility items for catch-up
Timing Considerations
- Save powerful items for crucial moments
- Use defensive items when you hear attack warnings
- Time offensive items for maximum impact
- Consider track layout when using items
Advanced Techniques
- Item hoarding for strategic advantage
- Using items to block opponents
- Timing items with track features
- Combining multiple items for maximum effect
Item Box Locations
Knowing where to find item boxes is crucial for maintaining your item supply.
Common Locations
- Track edges and corners
- Shortcut entrances
- After challenging sections
- Before major obstacles
Strategic Positioning
- Plan your route to hit multiple item boxes
- Use items to secure item box positions
- Block opponents from reaching item boxes
- Time your approach to avoid conflicts