Sonic Rumble Relaunches as Sonic Rumble Party, Smurfs Collaboration Event and New Game Mode Announced

SEGA has announced the relaunch of Sonic Rumble as Sonic Rumble Party; includes a new Party Rumble game mode, new features, and limited time Smurfs collaboration event.

The game is now available for iOS, Android, Google Play and Steam, with the Smurfs event going live on March 16th, 2026, and running until April 15th.

You can learn more about the event and new features below.

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In addition to introducing the new game mode Party Rumble, the update will also add a new Toy Capsules system and implement various gameplay enhancements to further evolve players’ experience. With this update, the game will officially relaunch under the title Sonic Rumble Party.

During the event period starting Monday, March 16 at 1 AM PT until Wednesday, April 15 at 1 AM PT, exclusive Smurfs collaboration Skins will be available in the Event Pass and Red Star Ring Shop. Players will be able to join battles as Smurfs characters as well as participate in special collaboration stages.

Update features will also include:
New Game Mode: Party Rumble Party Rumble is a new mode centered around intuitive and easy-to-play Minigames that can be enjoyed in a single round. Up to 8 players can participate, and over 30 brand-new Minigames created exclusively for Party Rumble will be added. Players looking for quick and casual fun can enjoy Party Rumble, while those seeking a deeper experience can continue playing modes such as Ring Survival, choosing the mode that best suits their playstyle.

New System: Toy Capsules Toy Capsules is a new system where the result progresses based on the number of rounds played, allowing players to earn Skin fragments. Rewards change as the system is upgraded. Toy Capsules also provides a chance to obtain Puzzle Pieces. By collecting Puzzle Pieces and completing puzzles, players can earn additional rewards such as Red Star Rings.

Feature Improvements & Reward Expansions Red Star Rings can now be obtained through the Season Pass.

Free attempts for the Daily Claw Machine increased from once per day to four times per day.

Improved usability for the Friends feature.