The free demo for this game was released via a hidden Steam product key on the game's multiplayer trailer, making it the first of its kind to do so.
The game marks the official return of Fang The Sniper AKA Nack The Weasel in an official Sonic game, since he was an illusion in Sonic Mania.
The alternate box cover was made by Mark Hughes, who worked as an animator in the YouTube channel, Sonic Paradox.