Sonic Celebrates 35th Anniversary with New Calendar and Art

Sonic the Hedgehog is revving up for a spectacular 35th anniversary in 2026, and Sega has already kicked off the celebrations with some exciting reveals. A recent Amazon listing showcases a new offering that fans won't want to miss. Dive in to discover the fresh art and merchandise, and get the scoop on 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's 35th anniversary is on the horizon, and Sega is pulling out all the stops. An Amazon listing by Sega offers pre-orders for the Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary 2026 Wall Calendar, complete with 4 bonus notecards.

The calendar is adorned with exclusive artwork of Sonic and a striking 35th anniversary logo. The cover photo suggests a journey through Sonic's history, featuring game art spanning from 1991 to the present. The product description entices fans with, "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, the package includes 4 die-cut notecards featuring beloved characters like Sonic, Amy, Knuckles, and Tails, which can be transformed into 3D self-standing figures. The Sonic 35th Anniversary Wall Calendar is available for pre-order on Amazon and is set to ship starting August 19, 2025.

Sega Takes a Jab at Mario Kart World

As Sonic fans gear up for Sonic Racing: Crossworlds, set to release in 2025, the competition heats up with Nintendo's announcement of Mario Kart World during the Nintendo Direct for the Switch 2. Mario Kart World is scheduled to launch alongside the Switch 2 on June 5, 2025.

Sega didn't miss the chance to playfully engage with the competition. On April 3, they posted on Twitter (X), starting with "Big day for worldly racing games!", seemingly in celebration of Mario Kart World. However, they quickly added that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds would be the "ONLY upcoming kart racer you can play with your friends." This friendly rivalry between Sega and Nintendo continues to delight fans, setting the stage for an exciting showdown between CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World.

2025 promises to be a thrilling year for kart racing enthusiasts, with two industry giants releasing much-anticipated titles. While 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 gain the most from this competition, with both CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World promising high-quality and 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!