Puma is bringing the need for speed from the circuits in Sonic Racing: Crossworlds to the real world. In celebration of the game’s release, the footwear brand and Sega have joined forces to launch a new Sonic the Hedgehog collection, featuring themed sneakers, apparel, and accessories.
The Blue Blur will be at the front and centre of the Puma Inhale lineup, bringing his signature colour finishes to the 2000s running silhouette. This time, the speedster is joined by Shadow and Tails, who are each given their own spin on the Puma Inverse range, with all three pairs of kicks sporting character-shaped lace shrouds, swappable “hook-and-loop” heel tabs, and replaceable Formstrips.
Meanwhile, the non-sneaker selection includes a matching set of a red-accented track jacket and track pants in a blackout palette, a washed-out graphic hoodie and shorts with gold-ring drawstring aglets, and the Racer Shirt with a monochrome Sonic graphic across the body, alongside a 5-panel cap and waist bag — both accompanied by ring-inspired zipper pulls and co-branded badges.
The limited-time Puma x Sonic the Hedgehog collaboration goes full throttle on 30 October, but there’s no word on worldwide availability. For those in Singapore, only the Inverse Shadow Sneakers are listed on the official website (S$209), and it’s unclear if the catalogue will update nearer to launch.
Additionally, players will also receive eight Puma-designed in-game decals that can be used to customise their vehicles in Sonic Racing: Crossworlds for free. The kart-racing title is the latest instalment in the spin-off series, with the final roster set to exceed 50 playable characters — the largest in the franchise to date.
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