Hotshot Racing vs Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Hotshot Racing is $26.91 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Hotshot Racing | Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 59 | 69 |
| Quality | 65 | 90 |
| Value | 78 | 66 |
| Popularity | 25 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.18 | $28.09 |
| Steam Review Score | 78.8% positive | 92.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 3 | 726 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Hotshot Racing
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Hotshot Racing | Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 10, 2020 | September 25, 2025 |
| Developers | Sumo Digital Ltd, Lucky Mountain Games | Sonic Team |
| Publishers | Curve Games | SEGA |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i5 – 8600K (3.6 GHz) / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X (3.6 GHz) | Intel Core i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 12 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 (2GB) / AMD Radeon RX 570 (2GB) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti, 6 GB or AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, 6 GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 12 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Hotshot Racing or Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds?
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds won the comparison against Hotshot Racing based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Hotshot Racing worth buying over Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds?
Based on the metrics, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Hotshot Racing currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:24 PM UTC