Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Evolution of Sonic's Character Select (1994-2025)


From simple 2D portraits to cinematic 3D showcases — this video explores the full evolution of Sonic’s Character Select screens from 1994 to 2025!

Watch how the character selection menus have changed through every era of Sonic racing — from the classic charm of Sonic Drift and Sonic R, to the detailed animations and dynamic lighting of Sonic Racing Crossworlds. Each generation brought new designs, music styles, and presentation effects that reflect Sonic’s evolution as a franchise.

00:00 (1994) Sonic Drift
00:10 (1995) Sonic Drift 2
00:35 (1997) Sonic R
01:23 (2006) Sonic Riders
01:48 (2008) Sonic Riders Zero Gravity
02:39 (2010) Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing
03:28 (2012) Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed
04:25 (2019) Team Sonic Racing
05:32 (2025) Sonic Racing Crossworlds

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