Racing has never been better in brick-built LEGO form, with the LEGO Speed Champions theme going from strength to strength and the LEGO Super Mario theme delving into Mario Kart. In 2026, another gaming theme will be focusing on one of its racing-themed videogames as two LEGO Sonic the Hedgehog sets are releasing on the 1st of January 2026, both inspired by Sonic Racing CrossWorlds. 77117 Sonic: Speedster Lightning Just like LEGO Super Mario released a classic Mario Kart

2025 has very much been the year for some epic, family-friendly racing games, initially with Mario Kart World and more recently with Sonic Racing: CrossWorld. The LEGO Group have already produced plenty of sets based on the Mario Kart series, but in 2026, the Danes will be shifting their focus to the kart racing game belonging to our favourite blue hedgehog. A total of two sets will be released on the 1st of January 2026 based on Sonic Racing: CrossWorld. These are 77117 Soni

Following the LEGO Super Mario theme, delving into the franchise's racing series, the LEGO Sonic the Hedgehog line will also focus on the blue hedgehog's high-speed vehicle adventures. In particular, on the 1st of January 2026, a total of two LEGO Sonic the Hedgehog sets will be released based on the recently launched Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds arcade game. The first of these is the focus of today's article: 77117 Sonic's Car: Speedster Lightning. The 6+ model will be one o

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2025 has been a significant year for racing, with the LEGO Speed Champions theme experiencing its biggest year to date in terms of set releases. Additionally, LEGO has entered an exciting multi-year partnership with Formula 1, and LEGO Super Mario has expanded into Mario Kart. However, in 2026, another gaming theme will be revving its engines, with two LEGO Sonic the Hedgehog sets set to release in January, most likely inspired by the upcoming Sonic Racing CrossWorlds videoga