Sonic Pico Park: Release Date, Price, Players and Characters

The co-op game that turns friends into frenemies is getting a blue, spiky makeover. Sonic Pico Park crosses over the cult party game PICO PARK with Sega's Sonic the Hedgehog, and it launches this Thursday, 12 November 2026.

The original PICO PARK became a Discord call favourite because one person's mistake can ruin a level for everyone. This version keeps that chaos and adds rings, loops, springs and the Spin Dash.

Here's the release date, price, player count, every confirmed character and how to run a Sonic Pico Park night with your server.

At a glance - Release date: 12 November 2026 - Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch 2, Switch and PC (Steam) - Players: 2 to 8, local or online - Cross-play: yes, online - Price: $9.99 on the Xbox Store - Developer and publisher: TECOPARK and PICO PARK Inc.

🦔 What Is Sonic Pico Park?

Sonic Pico Park is a 2D co-op action puzzle game. Its Steam page sums up the rules: "just reach the goal plate on the right side of each stage." The catch is that nobody gets there alone.

Sonic Pico Park. Image: TECOPARK via Steam.

Every playable character can use Sonic's Spin Dash, and stages add classic Sonic pieces like rings, loops and springs. TechRadar, which played it at Summer Game Fest 2026, describes a stage where the whole group had to hold a single gold ring to get past a deadly laser.

The series has a track record. TechRadar notes the first PICO PARK launched on PC in 2016 for up to eight players and became a surprise hit, followed by PICO PARK 2 in 2024.

📅 Sonic Pico Park Release Date and Platforms

Sonic Pico Park launches on 12 November 2026, according to Gematsu and the game's store pages. We haven't seen an official unlock time yet, so check your store on the day.

The Xbox Store lists it as an Xbox Play Anywhere title. It also notes that online play on Xbox consoles needs a Game Pass Essential, Premium or Ultimate membership.

💰 How Much Does It Cost?

The US Xbox Store lists Sonic Pico Park at $9.99, and pre-orders are open there. In Canada, it's CA$11.99.

Steam hasn't shown a price yet, and prices can differ by store and region. At that price, though, it's the kind of game a whole friend group can buy without a second thought.

👥 Players, Online Play and Cross-Play

Sonic Pico Park supports 2 to 8 players, either on the same screen or online. The Xbox Store lists local and online co-op at 2 to 8 players, with cross-platform play.

Teamwork means standing on each other's heads. Image: TECOPARK via Steam.

Two details matter for mixed groups:

• Online cross-play lets friends on different platforms join the same game.
• Up to 7 local players can join an online game from a single PC, according to Steam. So a couch group can team up with friends far away.

On Steam, the game also supports Remote Play Together. Steam explains that with this feature, "one player owns and runs the game" while friends join the local session over the internet for free.

🎮 Every Confirmed Character

Sega and TECOPARK have been revealing the roster in waves. As of Final Weapon's 30 October report, the confirmed characters are:

• Sonic, Tails, Knuckles and Amy
• Shadow, Rouge and Omega
• Silver and Blaze
• Big the Cat and Cream and Cheese
• Team Chaotix: Vector, Espio and Charmy

The original PICO PARK cats are in too. TechRadar's preview says Tails can fly and carry teammates, while Knuckles can glide to stretch his jumps.

💬 Why Sonic Pico Park Is Built for Discord Game Nights

Party games live or die on communication, and this one forces it. If one player walks off a ledge with the key, the whole team feels it.

Puzzles only work if everyone pulls together. Image: TECOPARK via Steam.

Here's how to set one up:

1. Agree on platforms first. Cross-play is online, so mixed groups should all join one online lobby.
2. Get everyone in one voice channel. Up to eight players means a full squad, so pick a channel with room for everyone.
3. Stream it for spectators. Use Go Live so people waiting for a turn can still watch the chaos.
4. Schedule it. Our Discord events guide shows how to set a launch-night event with reminders.
5. Keep calls smooth. Read our Discord Game Mode explainer if Discord eats into your frame rate.

Fans are already gathering. The official Sonic the Hedgehog Discord server, run by Sega, has about 132,000 members and around 44,000 online, according to Discord's invite data on 4 November 2026.

Running your own community? Our guide to setting up a gaming Discord server covers LFG channels and voice rooms for groups this size.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Sonic Pico Park come out?

12 November 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch 2, Switch and PC.

How many players can play Sonic Pico Park?

2 to 8 players, locally or online.

Does Sonic Pico Park have cross-play?

Yes. Online cross-play is supported across platforms.

How much is Sonic Pico Park?

$9.99 on the US Xbox Store. Other stores may differ.

Is Sonic Pico Park single-player?

It's built for groups. Every store listing we checked describes it as a game for 2 to 8 players.

🎮 The Bottom Line

Sonic Pico Park takes one of the best friendship-testing games on PC and gives it Sonic's speed, a big roster and cross-play on every major platform. At $9.99, it's an easy pick for a group night.

Who in your server is most likely to Spin Dash everyone off a cliff?

Sources

1. Gematsu: SONIC PICO PARK launches November 12 for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC
2. Steam: SONIC PICO PARK
3. Xbox Store: SONIC PICO PARK
4. Final Weapon: Sonic Pico Park reveals Team Chaotix playable characters, 30 October 2026
5. TechRadar: Sonic Pico Park hands-on at Summer Game Fest 2026, 14 June 2026
6. Steam: Remote Play Together
7. Discord: Sonic the Hedgehog official server invite, checked 4 November 2026