Sonic 35th Anniversary: New Calendar and Art Revealed

Sonic the Hedgehog is revving up for its 35th anniversary in 2026, and Sega is already rolling out the celebrations. A recent listing on Amazon has unveiled a treasure trove of new art and merchandise, along with a 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 has already kicked off 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 is a visual delight for fans, featuring exclusive artwork of Sonic and the new 35th anniversary logo. The cover photo of the listing suggests that the calendar will take you on a nostalgic journey through Sonic's history, showcasing game art from 1991 to the present. The 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!"

Additionally, each purchase includes 4 die-cut notecards featuring beloved characters like Sonic, Amy, Knuckles, and Tails, which can be transformed into 3D self-standing figures. According to the listing, the Sonic’s 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

Meanwhile, the Sonic franchise is also accelerating towards the release of Sonic Racing: Crossworlds in 2025. However, it's not the only kart-racing game hitting the tracks this year. Nintendo recently announced Mario Kart World during the Nintendo Direct dedicated to Switch 2, set to launch alongside the console on June 5, 2025.

Sega playfully took to X (formerly Twitter) on April 3, starting with "Big day for worldly racing games!" seemingly celebrating Nintendo's announcement. However, they quickly followed up with a cheeky remark, stating 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, with both Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World set to offer thrilling experiences.

2025 promises to be a thrilling year for kart racing enthusiasts, with two industry giants releasing highly anticipated titles. While Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be available on multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, and PC, Mario Kart World aims to leverage the innovative features of the upcoming Switch 2.

Ultimately, fans stand to benefit the most from this friendly competition, as both games promise high-quality and enjoyable gameplay. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is slated for release in 2025, though a specific date has yet to be announced.

For the latest updates on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, be sure to check out our article below!