Sonic the Hedgehog is revving up for its monumental 35th anniversary, as hinted by a recent Amazon listing. Dive into the details about the exclusive new art and merchandise, alongside Sega's playful jab at the upcoming Mario Kart World.
Sega Teases Sonic 35th Anniversary Plans
New Calendar Features 35th Anniversary Logo and Art
As Sonic the Hedgehog gears up to celebrate its 35th anniversary in 2026, Sega is already setting the stage for an unforgettable celebration. An Amazon listing by Sega has opened pre-orders for the Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary 2026 Wall Calendar, complete with 4 bonus notecards.
The calendar is a treasure trove for fans, boasting exclusive artwork of Sonic and a fresh 35th anniversary logo. The cover photo from the listing suggests that the calendar will take fans on a journey through Sonic's history, showcasing game art from 1991 to the present. The description entices, "Race into adventure and celebrate Sonic the Hedgehog’s 35th anniversary with this 12-month retrospective calendar. Featuring original game art from Sonic the Hedgehog (1991) to Sonic Frontiers (2022), this calendar is perfect for Sonic fans new and old. Gotta go fast!"
In addition to the calendar, buyers will receive 4 die-cut notecards featuring popular characters from the franchise, including Sonic, Amy, Knuckles, and Tails. These notecards can be transformed into 3D self-standing figures. The Sonic’s 35th Anniversary Wall Calendar is now available for pre-order on Amazon and is scheduled to start shipping on August 19, 2025.
Sega Takes a Jab at Mario Kart World
On another exciting front, the Sonic franchise is preparing for the release of Sonic Racing: Crossworlds in 2025. However, it's not the only kart-racing game hitting the market this year, as Nintendo unveiled Mario Kart World during a Nintendo Direct focused on the Switch 2. Mario Kart World is set to launch alongside the Switch 2 on June 5, 2025.
Sega playfully took to Twitter (X) on April 3, seemingly celebrating the announcement of Mario Kart World with the post, "Big day for worldly racing games!" Yet, they quickly followed up with a cheeky assertion that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be the "ONLY upcoming kart racer you can play with your friends." This friendly rivalry between Sega and Nintendo continues to heat up with the impending releases of CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World.
2025 promises to be a thrilling and competitive year for kart racing enthusiasts, with two industry giants set to launch beloved titles. While CrossWorlds will be available across multiple platforms, Mario Kart World aims to innovate and leverage the new capabilities of the Switch 2.
Ultimately, fans are the real winners here, with both CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World promising high-quality and enjoyable gaming experiences. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is slated for release in 2025 on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, and PC, although a specific release date has yet to be announced.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds by checking out our dedicated article below!
