Sonic the Hedgehog is revving up for a spectacular 35th anniversary celebration in 2026, as hinted by a new Amazon listing from Sega. Dive into the details about the exciting new art and merchandise, and don't miss Sega's playful nudge at Mario Kart World.
Sega Teases Sonic 35th Anniversary Plans
New Calendar Features 35th Anniversary Logo and Art
Sonic the Hedgehog's 35th Anniversary is set for 2026, and Sega is already rolling out the festivities. An Amazon listing by Sega now offers pre-orders for the Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary 2026 Wall Calendar, complete with 4 Bonus Notecards.
This calendar isn't just a date tracker; it's a journey through Sonic's history, featuring exclusive artwork and the new 35th anniversary logo. The cover photo promises a visual timeline from Sonic the Hedgehog (1991) to Sonic Frontiers (2022). 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 figures of beloved characters including Sonic, Amy, Knuckles, and Tails. You can pre-order the Sonic’s 35th Anniversary Wall Calendar on Amazon, with shipping starting on August 19, 2025.
Sega Takes a Jab at Mario Kart World
While Sonic celebrates its milestone, the franchise is also preparing for the release of Sonic Racing: Crossworlds in 2025. This comes amidst the announcement of Nintendo's Mario Kart World, set to launch alongside the Switch 2 on June 5, 2025.
Sega playfully engaged with Nintendo's announcement on Twitter (X) on April 3, posting "Big day for worldly racing games!" to acknowledge Mario Kart World. However, Sega 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 world.
2025 is shaping up to be a thrilling year for kart racing enthusiasts, with two industry giants launching anticipated titles. While Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be available across multiple platforms, Mario Kart World aims to leverage the new features of the Switch 2.
Ultimately, fans stand to gain the most from this friendly competition, as both games promise 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 no specific date has been announced yet.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds by checking out our article below!
