Sonic 35th Anniversary: New Calendar and Art Revealed

Sonic the Hedgehog is ramping up for its 35th anniversary celebration in 2026, with Sega unveiling exciting new merchandise and art. Dive into the details about the new calendar and Sega's playful nod at the upcoming Mario Kart World.

Sega Teases Sonic 35th Anniversary Plans

New Calendar Features 35th Anniversary Logo and Art

Sonic the Hedgehog is set to mark its 35th anniversary in 2026, and Sega is already setting the stage for the festivities. An Amazon listing by Sega reveals that pre-orders are now open for the Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary 2026 Wall Calendar, complete with 4 bonus notecards.

This calendar is a visual treat, showcasing exclusive artwork of Sonic along with a special 35th anniversary logo. The cover image hints that the calendar will journey through Sonic's history, featuring game art from 1991 to the present. The product 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 calendar also comes with 4 die-cut notecards featuring beloved characters like Sonic, Amy, Knuckles, and Tails, which can be transformed into 3D self-standing figures. You can pre-order Sonic’s 35th Anniversary Wall Calendar on Amazon now, with shipping starting on August 19, 2025.

Sega Takes a Jab at Mario Kart World

In other news, the Sonic franchise is preparing for the release of Sonic Racing: Crossworlds in 2025. This launch coincides with Nintendo's announcement of Mario Kart World, set to debut alongside the Switch 2 on June 5, 2025.

Sega took a friendly jab at Nintendo's announcement on Twitter (X) on April 3, starting with "Big day for worldly racing games!" They then claimed 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 fuel excitement around CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World.

2025 is shaping up to be a thrilling year for kart racing enthusiasts, as two industry giants launch their 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 are the real winners, with both games 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. Although no specific release date has been announced yet, keep an eye out for updates.

To stay informed about the latest developments on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, be sure to check out our dedicated article below!