Sonic the Hedgehog is revving up for its monumental 35th anniversary, with Sega pulling out all the stops as showcased in a recent Amazon listing. Dive in to discover the fresh art and merchandise lined up for Sonic's big year, as well as Sega's playful nod to the competition with Mario Kart World.

Sega Teases Sonic 35th Anniversary Plans

New Calendar Features 35th Anniversary Logo and Art

As Sonic the Hedgehog gears up to celebrate its 35th anniversary in 2026, Sega is already setting the stage for a grand celebration. A recent Amazon listing by Sega offers pre-orders for the Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary 2026 Wall Calendar, complete with 4 bonus notecards.

This exclusive calendar not only showcases brand new artwork featuring Sonic but also sports a striking 35th anniversary logo. The cover photo hints at a journey through Sonic's history, featuring game art spanning from 1991 to the present. The calendar's description promises an exciting ride: "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!"

Adding to the excitement, the calendar comes with 4 die-cut notecards featuring iconic characters like Sonic, Amy, Knuckles, and Tails, which can be transformed into 3D self-standing figures. The Sonic 35th Anniversary Wall Calendar is now available for pre-order on Amazon, with shipping set to begin on August 19, 2025.

Sega Takes a Jab at Mario Kart World

While Sonic's 35th anniversary celebrations are in full swing, the franchise is also preparing for the launch of Sonic Racing: Crossworlds in 2025. This new title enters the fray amidst the announcement of Nintendo's Mario Kart World, set to coincide with the release of the Switch 2 on June 5, 2025.

Sega didn't miss a beat in responding to this announcement. On April 3, they took to Twitter (X) with a playful jab: "Big day for worldly racing games!" seemingly celebrating 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 fuel excitement in the gaming community.

2025 promises to be a thrilling year for kart racing enthusiasts, with two industry giants launching their beloved titles. While Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be available across multiple platforms, Mario Kart World aims to leverage the innovative features of the upcoming Switch 2.

Ultimately, fans are set to benefit the most from this friendly competition, with both CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World promising high-quality and engaging gameplay. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is slated for release on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, and PC, though no specific release date has been announced yet.

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