Sonic the Hedgehog is revving up for its 35th anniversary, as hinted by a recent Amazon listing. Dive in to discover the exciting new art and merchandise planned for Sonic, alongside Sega's playful jab at Mario Kart World.
Sega Teases Sonic 35th Anniversary Plans
New Calendar Features 35th Anniversary Logo and Art
Sonic the Hedgehog is set to celebrate its 35th Anniversary in 2026, and Sega is already rolling out the celebrations. 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 isn't just any ordinary one; it features exclusive artwork of Sonic, adorned with a brand-new 35th anniversary logo. The cover photo suggests a journey through Sonic's history, showcasing game art spanning from 1991 to the present. The product description enthuses, "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 calendar also comes with a delightful bonus: 4 die-cut notecards featuring beloved characters from the franchise, such as Sonic, Amy, Knuckles, and Tails, which can be transformed into 3D self-standing figures. Pre-orders for Sonic’s 35th Anniversary Wall Calendar are now available on Amazon, with shipping set to begin on August 19, 2025.
Sega Takes a Jab at Mario Kart World
On another thrilling front, the Sonic franchise is preparing for the launch of Sonic Racing: Crossworlds in 2025. However, it's not alone in the kart-racing arena, as Nintendo unveiled Mario Kart World during a Nintendo Direct dedicated to the upcoming Switch 2. Mario Kart World is scheduled to hit the tracks on June 5, 2025, coinciding with the Switch 2's release.
Sega playfully responded to this announcement on April 3 via Twitter (X) with a post that read, "Big day for worldly racing games!", seemingly celebrating Mario Kart World. Yet, 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, setting the stage for a thrilling competition between CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World.
2025 is shaping up to be a banner year for kart racing enthusiasts, with two industry giants launching highly anticipated titles. While CrossWorlds will be accessible across multiple platforms, Mario Kart World aims to push boundaries with the innovations promised by the Switch 2.
Ultimately, fans are the real winners here, with both CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World promising high-quality, enjoyable experiences. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is slated for release in 2025 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 the latest updates on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds by checking out our dedicated article below!
