Sonic The Hedgehog Reveals 35th Anniversary Celebration Details

Sonic the Hedgehog is revving up for a monumental celebration as it marks its 35th anniversary in 2026. Sega has already set the stage for the festivities with an exciting pre-order listing on Amazon. Dive into the world of Sonic with new art and merchandise, and don't miss Sega's playful nod at the upcoming Mario Kart World.

Sega Teases Sonic 35th Anniversary Plans

As Sonic the Hedgehog gears up for its 35th anniversary in 2026, Sega is pulling out all the stops to make it a memorable celebration. A recent Amazon listing by Sega offers pre-orders for the Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary 2026 Wall Calendar, which comes with 4 bonus notecards.

The calendar is a visual feast, showcasing never-before-seen artwork of Sonic along with a brand-new 35th anniversary logo. The cover photo of the listing hints that the calendar will take fans on a nostalgic journey through Sonic's history, featuring game art from 1991 to the present. The description 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!"

The purchase also includes 4 die-cut notecards featuring beloved characters like Sonic, Amy, Knuckles, and Tails, which can transform into 3D self-standing figures. According to the listing, the Sonic 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 preparing for the launch of Sonic Racing: Crossworlds in 2025. This release coincides with Nintendo's announcement of Mario Kart World, set to debut alongside the Switch 2 on June 5, 2025.

On April 3, Sega took to Twitter (X) with what appears to be a friendly jab at Nintendo's Mario Kart World announcement. The post began with "Big day for worldly racing games!", seemingly celebrating the news. However, Sega quickly added that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be the "ONLY upcoming kart racer you can play with your friends." This playful rivalry between Sega and Nintendo continues, promising an exciting competition between CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World.

The upcoming year is set to be a thrilling period for kart racing enthusiasts as two industry giants launch their beloved titles. While Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be available across multiple platforms, Mario Kart World aims to leverage the new features of the Switch 2 for an innovative gaming experience.

Ultimately, fans stand to benefit the most from this friendly competition, with both CrossWorlds and Mario Kart World promising high-quality and enjoyable gameplay. 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 more updates on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds by checking out our dedicated article below!