Sonic the Hedgehog is revving up for its monumental 35th anniversary in 2026, and Sega is not holding back on the celebrations. A recent Amazon listing has unveiled the Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary 2026 Wall Calendar, now open for pre-orders. This special calendar promises to be a collector's item for Sonic fans, featuring exclusive artwork and the new 35th anniversary logo.
New Calendar Features 35th Anniversary Logo and Art
The calendar takes fans on a nostalgic journey through Sonic's history, showcasing original game art from 1991's Sonic the Hedgehog all the way to 2022's Sonic Frontiers. The description on Amazon reads, "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!"
Buyers will also receive four die-cut notecards featuring beloved characters like Sonic, Amy, Knuckles, and Tails, which can be transformed into 3D self-standing figures. Pre-orders for the Sonic’s 35th Anniversary Wall Calendar are available on Amazon, with shipping set to begin on August 19, 2025.
Sega Takes a Jab at Mario Kart World
While Sonic fans are gearing up for the 35th anniversary, the franchise is also preparing for the release of Sonic Racing: Crossworlds in 2025. This comes at a time when Nintendo announced Mario Kart World, set to launch alongside the Switch 2 on June 5, 2025.
Sega playfully responded to the announcement on X (formerly Twitter) on April 3, with a post that read, "Big day for worldly racing games!", seemingly acknowledging Mario Kart World. However, Sega didn't miss the chance to promote their own title, 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 among fans.
The year 2025 is shaping up to be a thrilling period for kart racing enthusiasts, with both Sonic Racing: Crossworlds and Mario Kart World set to hit the market. While CrossWorlds will be available across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, and PC, Mario Kart World aims to leverage the new features of the Switch 2.
Ultimately, it's the fans who stand to benefit the most from this high-quality competition between two gaming giants. 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 dedicated article.
