Sonic the Hedgehog is revving up for its monumental 35th anniversary in 2026, and Sega is already setting the stage for a grand celebration. A recent Amazon listing has unveiled exciting new merchandise, including a special calendar and a playful nod to the competition with 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 pulling out all the stops. An Amazon listing by Sega has opened pre-orders for the Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary 2026 Wall Calendar, which comes with 4 bonus notecards.
This calendar is a visual journey through Sonic's history, featuring exclusive artwork and a new 35th anniversary logo. The cover photo hints at a comprehensive look at Sonic's evolution, showcasing game art from 1991 to the present. The calendar's description invites fans to "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!"
The bonus notecards transform into 3D self-standing figures of beloved characters like Sonic, Amy, Knuckles, and Tails. The Sonic 35th Anniversary Wall Calendar is available for pre-order on Amazon and will start shipping on August 19, 2025.
Sega Takes a Jab at Mario Kart World
In other news, the Sonic franchise is preparing for the launch of Sonic Racing: Crossworlds in 2025. This release coincides with Nintendo's announcement of Mario Kart World, set to debut alongside the Switch 2 on June 5, 2025.
Sega playfully engaged with this news on Twitter (X) on April 3, posting, "Big day for worldly racing games!" while celebrating Mario Kart World's announcement. However, they quickly added 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 fuel excitement in the gaming community.
2025 is shaping up to be a thrilling year for kart racing enthusiasts, with two industry giants launching highly anticipated titles. While Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be available across multiple platforms, Mario Kart World aims to leverage the innovative features of the upcoming Switch 2.
Ultimately, fans stand to benefit the most from this competition, with both games promising high-quality and engaging experiences. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is slated for release on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, and PC, though a specific release date has yet to be announced.
Stay tuned for more updates on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds by checking out our article below!
