Sonic the Hedgehog is revving up for its 35th anniversary in 2026, and Sega is already setting the stage for a grand celebration. A recent Amazon listing has unveiled pre-orders for the Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary 2026 Wall Calendar, complete with a special 35th anniversary logo and new art. This calendar is a must-have for fans, featuring a visual journey through Sonic's history with game art spanning from 1991 to the present. The calendar's 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!"

Alongside the calendar, buyers will receive 4 die-cut notecards featuring beloved characters like Sonic, Amy, Knuckles, and Tails, which can be transformed into 3D self-standing figures. The Sonic's 35th Anniversary Wall Calendar is now available for pre-order on Amazon and is set to ship starting August 19, 2025.

Sega Takes a Jab at Mario Kart World

In the realm of kart racing, Sonic is not slowing down. Sega is preparing for the launch of Sonic Racing: Crossworlds in 2025, which coincides with Nintendo's announcement of Mario Kart World, set to release alongside the Switch 2 on June 5, 2025. Sega playfully responded to Nintendo's news on Twitter (X) on April 3, with a post that read, "Big day for worldly racing games!", seemingly acknowledging Mario Kart World. However, Sega quickly added 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 thrive, promising exciting times ahead for fans of kart racing games.

2025 will indeed be a thrilling year for kart racing enthusiasts, as both Sonic Racing: Crossworlds and Mario Kart World are set to deliver high-quality and enjoyable experiences. 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 innovations of the upcoming Switch 2. Although specific release dates for Sonic Racing: Crossworlds have not been announced, fans can stay updated through our dedicated articles.