Sonic Mania

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  1. hoogafanter
    Aug 21, 2017
    9
    This is basically a super polished version of the genesis games, filled with remixed returning context and original ideas. Mechanics are largely the same with a few minor changes and one game changing move for sonic. If you are a fan of the genesis games, you will fall in love with this game quickly. If you are a first time Sonic player, this is the definitive way to jump in and get started.
  2. Mrbuckminster
    Aug 20, 2017
    10
    The game is simply what have been we expecting for years. Great tribute to the originals and arguably the best Sonic game in the series. I wished it had a non-pixelation mode though... i don't remember the originals to be pixelated on my crt tv.
  3. SuperIsaias64
    Aug 20, 2017
    9
    AMAZINGLY FUN GAME! As a long time Sonic fan since the Genesis days (Sonic 2 was my first Sonic game) I can say with confidence that this is a true return to the classic era of Sonic.

    Sonic Mania boasts many levels that rivals Sonic 3 & Knuckles. Tails and Knuckles return as playable characters for their own version of the main adventure with different playstyles. Sonica Mania is a    AMAZINGLY FUN GAME! As a long time Sonic fan since the Genesis days (Sonic 2 was my first Sonic game) I can say with confidence that this is a true return to the classic era of Sonic.

    Sonic Mania boasts many levels that rivals Sonic 3 & Knuckles. Tails and Knuckles return as playable characters for their own version of the main adventure with different playstyles.

    Sonica Mania is a love letter to classic Sonic fans with re-imaginings of classic stages boasting new and unique gameplay as well as new stages.

    The music is so amazing with remixes of classic themes that I'm sure fans of Sonic as well as fans of video games will appreciate (Mirage Saloon Act 2 is amazing!).

    Sonic Mania is packed with content as well! Not only does playing different characters offer different styles of gameplay, but they also offer their own unique challenges as well as routes in stages. Earning enough medals through the Blue Sphere bonus stages also unlock new moves for Sonic such as the Insta Shield from Sonic 3 as well as unique modes.

    This game is filed with surprises. I felt like I was really playing a true sequel to the Genesis games. I really hope Sega continues to work with Christian Whitehead for future classic Sonic games!    … Expand
  4. sthagodd
    Aug 20, 2017
    10
    Sonic Mania is hands down the best Sonic game in many years, and is arguably the best Sonic game of all time. This game is a treat for old and new fans of the blue hedgehog. I grew up playing all the old genesis games as a kid and now 10-15 years later, I finally get to play a brand new classic 2D Sonic title. This game is what I've been asking for all those years and this development teamSonic Mania is hands down the best Sonic game in many years, and is arguably the best Sonic game of all time. This game is a treat for old and new fans of the blue hedgehog. I grew up playing all the old genesis games as a kid and now 10-15 years later, I finally get to play a brand new classic 2D Sonic title. This game is what I've been asking for all those years and this development team knocked this game out of the park, along with a perfect soundtrack by Tee Lopes. I don't usually write reviews but I had too because this game is incredible and I hope they consider more classic 2D titles in the future.… Expand
  5. Elmer9999
    Aug 19, 2017
    10
    Sonic mania is an absoloutely amazing. Now, let me get this straight. This game is not a nostalgia trip. You do not need to be a sonic fan rock enjoy this. I do botch get people in reality; there’s nothing confusing about this game. A few cutscenes that are self-explanatory, and your off into the game. You don not need to be a hardcore fan to understand it. The gameplay is amazing; it isSonic mania is an absoloutely amazing. Now, let me get this straight. This game is not a nostalgia trip. You do not need to be a sonic fan rock enjoy this. I do botch get people in reality; there’s nothing confusing about this game. A few cutscenes that are self-explanatory, and your off into the game. You don not need to be a hardcore fan to understand it. The gameplay is amazing; it is tight, smooth, and the momentum ou can really feel it is there. The people who say the gameplay is “slippery” are simply mediocre and either like to bash on the series, or they don’t have a brain big enough to realize you can focus at your own pace in the game. This is how sonic mania works just like the classics; the better you are, the faster you can go. You can play the game at any pace you want. Nobody tells you to go very fast, or very slow. The music is amazing. So are the bosses. Unlike previous titles, it is just eggman in a new machine doing the same patterns. However, the bosses here are extraordinary. They are unpredictable, challenging, and fun. There are also a lot of secrets in this game, which will not be specified just so the spoiler box doesn’t have to be checked. The replay ability in this game is amazing. Even if you are a new sonic fan, this game is amazing. It is probably arguably the best game of all time.… Expand
  6. SuperkenGaming
    Aug 19, 2017
    7
    Sonic Mania
    Even the best 2D sonic game is still a 2d Sonic game
    I’ve dipped my toe in all of the original 2d sonic games and none of them ever grabbed me, they felt like they were lacking any sense of direction After hearing the praise about Sonic Mania and people saying things like if you’re a platforming fan play this but if you’re a sonic fan definitely play this I thought this was    Sonic Mania
    Even the best 2D sonic game is still a 2d Sonic game
    I’ve dipped my toe in all of the original 2d sonic games and none of them ever grabbed me, they felt like they were lacking any sense of direction
    After hearing the praise about Sonic Mania and people saying things like if you’re a platforming fan play this but if you’re a sonic fan definitely play this
    I thought this was it.. This would be the one…
    I’m actually a fan of a few 3d sonic games so I was excited to finally become a 2d sonic fan... and well…
    It never Happened
    Sonic Mania is a platformer where you play as either sonic, tails, sonic and tails, or knuckles, all with their won perks and unique play styles…
    and you make it through all 13 zones that are split into 2 acts, almost doubling the levels as the 2nd act can look and feel completely different from the first..
    They all have their own unique feel and sound, and while at the end of the day I may not like the gameplay, the look and feel of these levels were my favorite part...
    sonic mania is all about gaining momentum and collecting rings…
    rings act as your life and if you lose them all you have to die and restart from a checkpoint…
    which if you’re a sonic noob like me, will happen a lot
    you know what it’s like to play ice levels in a platforming game, where you’re sliding all over the place?
    This is what playing sonic mania feels like…
    I know this is what sonic is. But just because something is the way it’s supposed to be doesn’t make it good...
    Platforming feels frustrating because this hedgehog slides off platforms extremely easy forcing you to restart an entire section and it happens way too frequently
    speaking of restarting some moments unless I missed something don’t have a fail save, for example I got a fire pick up which caught a platform on fire and I couldn’t figure out how to progress the level, I had to die and restart from a checkpoint losing one of my precious lives
    … if there was one somewhere, that’s on the game for me not being able to find it.. Not me...
    this was only the first level of the game I shouldn’t already be getting hit with things like this
    It shows a lack of direction in the level design which I feel this entire series of 2d games suffers from...
    I’m zipping through levels going in all kinds of directions...
    I never feel a sense of direction or have any sense how deep I am into a level aside from a few more linear feeling levels…
    These levels are short but feel endless because everything inside of its act looks the same and feels like a jumbled mess
    once you make It through act 1 you take on a miniboss and act 2 you take on the main boss
    these bosses being my 2nd favorite part of the game, but do require a little bit of trial and error... Thankfully are right next to checkpoints, but rarely have rings in them to save you...
    And this is where my ultimate frustration comes in with this game…
    There is a game over like it’s the 80s and 90s all over again...
    sure if you clear an entire zone and beat both bosses you have nothing to worry about…
    But no matter what... no matter how deep you get into a level... if you lose all of your lives… you have to play the entire level all over again…
    that means if you’re on the final boss and you’re on your last life.. which again these bosses are very trial and error with no rings to give you the opportunity to get your trialing on…
    and you die… you not only have to redo act 2 and get to the boss again,.. You also have to go back and beat act 1 and its mini boss again...
    an act that you’ve already proven yourself in…
    for what? Just to be annoying?
    Just to waste your time and drain your lives so it happens again?
    Acts themselves feel like full-fledged levels, it’s ridiculous to not give the player a campaign checkpoint at the end of a mini boss or at least a difficulty setting for this, especially to make the game more accessible to people that aren’t sonic vets
    it will never be fun for me to have to replay levels ive beat ever..
    I’ve already proved I can clear that section, let me move on
    there are some cool nods to the entire series here like sonic 3d and a few others that I don’t want to spoil that genuinely made me happy to run into…
    But still sonic mania just couldn’t turn me into a 2D sonic fan,
    This may without a doubt be a masterpiece for a sonic game…
    just don’t ignore that for a sonic game part…
    Overall this 2d sonic game is solid, buts it’s still a 2d sonic game
    slippery gameplay, frustratingly cheap moments, game overs with trial and error bosses, and levels that while beautiful - lack a sense of direction
    I give Sonic Mania
    A 7/10    … Expand
  7. elvistrentin
    Aug 19, 2017
    10
    Just great! Its the true sonic 4 we've been waiting for so many years! I dont like giving 10 to games but this one deserve! Its a perfect game for real sonic fans
  8. NeedleNose1
    Aug 18, 2017
    10
    This game is a reminder that Sonic and Mario were once treated as equal franchises. Sonic Mania is the best Sonic game that has ever been made, a love letter to the classic games and an excellent step forward. Old stages are seen in a brand new way and completely new, original stages stand among or above the most fondly remembered classics.

    If you are a fan of Sonic, platforming or fun    This game is a reminder that Sonic and Mario were once treated as equal franchises. Sonic Mania is the best Sonic game that has ever been made, a love letter to the classic games and an excellent step forward. Old stages are seen in a brand new way and completely new, original stages stand among or above the most fondly remembered classics.

    If you are a fan of Sonic, platforming or fun this game is for you.    … Expand
  9. mihmanz
    Aug 17, 2017
    10
    The game is simply what we have been expecting for years. Great tribute to the originals and arguably the best Sonic game in the series. I wished it had a non-pixelation mode though... i don't remember the originals to be pixelated on my crt tv.
  10. Takeru88
    Aug 17, 2017
    10
    Sin duda Sonic Mania se posiciona dentro de mis favoritos de la saga, junto al primer Sonic, el 2, el 3 y el CD. Es puro amor clásico. Tiene un arte carismático, una música adecuada, un control perfecto y el diseño de niveles es muy variado, rápido y con una amplia posibilidad de exploración, sin ser esto algo obligado ni tampoco tedioso. Incluso, el ritmo en el que encuentras los bonusSin duda Sonic Mania se posiciona dentro de mis favoritos de la saga, junto al primer Sonic, el 2, el 3 y el CD. Es puro amor clásico. Tiene un arte carismático, una música adecuada, un control perfecto y el diseño de niveles es muy variado, rápido y con una amplia posibilidad de exploración, sin ser esto algo obligado ni tampoco tedioso. Incluso, el ritmo en el que encuentras los bonus para conseguir las esmeraldas o las medallas no interrumpe el flujo del juego, pues hay muchas oportunidades para lograrlo y se siente casi natural. Y si no lo logras en la primera partida, las opciones rejugables te lo facilitarán. Me agradó que la dificultad de los bonus fuese elevada; hay algunos del demonio. No sé qué más decir: que este es el juego 2D de Sonic que había estado esperando desde hace mucho. Se ganó mi corazón con todos los guiños que tiene a la saga clásica. Muy buen plataformas! :)… Expand
  11. westkent
    Aug 17, 2017
    5
    Sonic Mania is a sonic game made for sonic fans. That means that if you never enjoyed sonic like me you are not likely to enjoy this game, this game has amazing music and sprites, every world feels new and different and the boss fight is pretty cool. But the problem I have always had with sonic remains, you are too fast to avoid anything when you are rolling and area that requires tightSonic Mania is a sonic game made for sonic fans. That means that if you never enjoyed sonic like me you are not likely to enjoy this game, this game has amazing music and sprites, every world feels new and different and the boss fight is pretty cool. But the problem I have always had with sonic remains, you are too fast to avoid anything when you are rolling and area that requires tight platforming is very frustrating due to sonic being super slippery. Overall, just because this is the best sonic game in a long time does not make it a good game to me, and if you didn't like sonic before this isn't going to change your mind, so dont buy into the hype unless you are a hardcore sonic fan.… Expand
  12. JoseGames
    Aug 17, 2017
    10
    Undoubtedly the best 16-bit blue hedgehog game, colorful levels, spectacular soundtrack and a great variety of special areas with its referred head, certainly A Current Masterpiece
  13. UriXD
    Aug 17, 2017
    10
    Sonic mania is great, their levels are very colorful and entertaining, the classic levels have enough changes that make them feel they are new, but still do not lose their essence to the originals. The very enjoyable soundtrack, sonic mania is a game with much fan service that fans of SEGA can recognize. With this game sonic returns to its roots and is recommended to all fans of Sonic,Sonic mania is great, their levels are very colorful and entertaining, the classic levels have enough changes that make them feel they are new, but still do not lose their essence to the originals. The very enjoyable soundtrack, sonic mania is a game with much fan service that fans of SEGA can recognize. With this game sonic returns to its roots and is recommended to all fans of Sonic, SEGA, lovers of 16-bits, and anyone who enjoys the platform games.… Expand
  14. vgmkyle
    Aug 17, 2017
    10
    Finally, a Sonic game that says F YOU to all of his naysayers, and to all the people that don't understand retro gaming. This is what you've been missing out on Call of Duty players -- a game that actually requires your brain. Try not to get too frustrated that it doesn't hold your hand.
  15. Asterite
    Aug 17, 2017
    10
    I've already spent about 30 hours on the game (PS4), worked hard to get all the trophies (no plat, really? :c), it was worth it, definitely worth its price, congrats guys!
  16. Inuyasha11
    Aug 17, 2017
    10
    I have to say growing up playing Sonic in the early 90's this game is a masterpiece and has giving me such good vibes playing it. I really hope they would make Sonic Mania 2 someday :)
  17. triple_co
    Aug 17, 2017
    9
    Sonic Mania feels different from the start screen. There’s no guitar-driven pop punk music, heavily-accented voice overs or cringy one-liners. Instead, a buzz of electricity flashes on screen and the game’s logo bursts into view as Sonic turns to face the camera, waggling his finger and smiling. There’s colour, vibrancy and excitement. It’s a fitting introduction.

    This is a love letter    Sonic Mania feels different from the start screen. There’s no guitar-driven pop punk music, heavily-accented voice overs or cringy one-liners. Instead, a buzz of electricity flashes on screen and the game’s logo bursts into view as Sonic turns to face the camera, waggling his finger and smiling. There’s colour, vibrancy and excitement. It’s a fitting introduction.

    This is a love letter to fans, crafted by indie developers who have a passion for early Sonic the Hedgehog games. Each stage, menu screen and soundtrack is filled with detail, polish and professionalism. Things feel tight and concise. Sonic moves just as he should and offers a new spin dash move that keeps the pace up. Special stages are enjoyable. Each zone is unique and vast. There’s collectables, time trial modes and additional content for Knuckles and Tails. The new locations are a welcome addition to those before them and enemy designs are well balanced.

    Just like the source material deaths can be sudden and lives have genuine consequences. While some situations can feel somewhat cheap and aggravating – a death from a sudden crushing between two platforms, for example - these are too few and far between to damage the game’s replay value, and are more often a consequence of bad play rather than design. These minor difficulty spikes and pitfalls aside, the game feels challenging in a genuine, rewarding way, encouraging exploration and repeated plays.

    Here’s the bottom line: Sonic Mania excels in every department. It does away with twenty years of guns, voice acting and missteps, providing old-school fans the experience they’ve been wanting for decades. The development team has managed to recapture the magic of those early games and build upon them, expanding their ideas without compromise or forcing needless gimmicks. This is pure, retro Sonic the Hedgehog; no filler, no clumsiness, just thrilling gameplay and quality content.    … Expand
  18. smahlt
    Aug 16, 2017
    9
    A fantastic game that combines themes and mechanics from the originals with tons of fresh new ideas

    Cons:
    They made Hydrocity annoying
    Only 4 new zones, and a couple of them are meh/annoying
    Green Hill Zone, again (Give us Angel Island, or at least give it an Emerald Hill skin)

    Pros:
    Everything else
  19. izam
    Aug 16, 2017
    10
    Uno de los mejores sonic en mucho tiempo, una calidad visual increíble para lo que pretende ser, Sega el equipo detrás de sonic mania logro traer de vuelta la niñez de muchos segeros!
  20. Amocoru
    Aug 16, 2017
    6
    Doesn't do enough to differentiate from the original. It's a fun trip down memory lane but nothing more than that. If you want to play a remake of the original then this game is for you, but it's no masterpiece.
  21. skybuilder
    Aug 16, 2017
    8
    great game, this being my first sonic game i had no expectations but i love it. the only issue is that its hard for a new player to get into because if you die you go to the begining of the area and can take up to 20 minutes to get back
  22. Untitled94
    Aug 16, 2017
    8
    A great way to make a new Sonic game with the old Sonic gameplay. Let me go ahead and get the very few negatives out of the way. One thing is, while it has a save system and you do not have to start at the very beginning when you lose all your lives, it does still follow the Sonic 3 & Knuckles formula where you have to start over the whole zone, rather than just the act if you lose allA great way to make a new Sonic game with the old Sonic gameplay. Let me go ahead and get the very few negatives out of the way. One thing is, while it has a save system and you do not have to start at the very beginning when you lose all your lives, it does still follow the Sonic 3 & Knuckles formula where you have to start over the whole zone, rather than just the act if you lose all your lives. Which can feel a bit tedious. Another thing is...actually, that was it. The game otherwise is great. The gameplay, the music, the graphics, the drop dash Sonic has, all that stuff is great. And I can honestly say that this game has the best special stages in the history of Sonic games (the emerald challenges, I mean). This is definitely worth the $20 price tag!… Expand
  23. ssjblackburn
    Aug 16, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is amazing great visuals great sounds ...just enough old stuff and new stuff.... everything feels fresh and inovative .......bosses are varied and feel fun to battle against music harkons back to the glory days but with diffrences and enhancemnets ......spoilers ahead ....warning.... one boss i got to i was like ok,cool how will i fight him here.......well you play puyo puyo!!!!! (Or dr robotnics mean bean machine … Expand
  24. Darthtux
    Aug 16, 2017
    10
    Sonic Mania is a game made with passion and love. It is definitely made for the fans and also any new players who never got to experience the first sonic games.

    For only $30 you get a full game with high replay value; -being able to play as Sonic, Sonic/Tails, and Knuckles -Getting all the chaos emeralds -Speedrunning and just trying to get an higher score The game itself has a    Sonic Mania is a game made with passion and love. It is definitely made for the fans and also any new players who never got to experience the first sonic games.

    For only $30 you get a full game with high replay value;
    -being able to play as Sonic, Sonic/Tails, and Knuckles
    -Getting all the chaos emeralds
    -Speedrunning and just trying to get an higher score

    The game itself has a lot of old and new levels with new mechanics like the drop dash from sonic
    The drop dash is so fun to use and extremely useful
    Going back to the levels; the lvl design is top notch and you have a lot you can collect while you make your way to the boss!
    Also the bonus stages feel like a good side thing to do and it was a good addition

    They also added mini bosses for act 1 of every stage and I really appreciate that; since it helps your prepare for the big one in act 2. The bosses themselves have been remade; familiar bosses has new moves and stages (There's a few that caught me off guard, so wont spoil xD) but all of the bosses are really well made with some blast from the past

    Lastly the music; I think this is what holds a major part of Sonic's success and that is the music. Lots of remixed music from the past and new ones but all of them are soo good; already in my playlist. I never found a single track that was not memorable and Sonic once again achieves that
    ~Opening Animation is really cool too along with the music

    To wrap it up Sonic Mania is simply an amazing game. For $30, and not full price, you get a somewhat Classic Sonic Sequel with lots of new elements and remixed soundtrack/stages.
    The game keeps grabbing you to come back for me and trust me, I will play as much as I can before Sonic Forces come out!

    Congrats Sega you have made it back!    … Expand
  25. antpaca
    Aug 16, 2017
    10
    This is the perfect representation of 2D sonic. The remixed stages are kept interesting with new twists and turns, and the totally new stages stand shoulder to shoulder with any stage from the 1990s. Hopefully the next installment will contain a greater proportion of original stages!
  26. PyRo1005
    Aug 16, 2017
    9
    Sonic fans have a lot to be happy about with the Sonic Mania as it hits all of the right notes for retro and new gamers alike.

    Gameplay: Controls are incredibly tight, to the extent that missteps are pretty much your fault and you recognize it. Platforming is smooth and speed feels fast without chaotic which given the nature of Sonic is incredibly helpful. To further this, all of the    Sonic fans have a lot to be happy about with the Sonic Mania as it hits all of the right notes for retro and new gamers alike.

    Gameplay:
    Controls are incredibly tight, to the extent that missteps are pretty much your fault and you recognize it. Platforming is smooth and speed feels fast without chaotic which given the nature of Sonic is incredibly helpful.
    To further this, all of the original moves are back and the modern moves have been taken away. While this might feel like a step down for newer fans of Sonic, it will become natural as the game does not feel the need to overwhelm you with too many move sets.
    When playing the most difficult decision you will have to make is which character you use and less about what move to use.

    Difficulty:
    This is why the game does not get a perfect 10 and it is because Sonic Mania is a love letter to retro gamers and was developed by fans of original Sonic. This also means that the game can have a (sometimes literally) crushing learning curve as you get used to threading the needle for very specific jumps. New gamers might be inclined to give up especially when making it to more challenging levels from older games.

    Visuals and music:
    Love letter still is the perfect way to encompass what this game is from the level design to the music, everything has a specific purpose.
    Level textures pop extremely well and combine the old with the new so well that I was actually grateful when I died sometimes as it gave me a chance to look at the gorgeous backgrounds and enemies closer.
    The music is also phenomenal as everything has received a modern overhaul without stripping it of its soul. From hearing the extra life song play to having a panic attack as Sonic struggles to hold his breath, the game has done an excellent job bringing Sonic back to form.
    Added bonus, you have the option to change the TV resolution to old CRT televisions (fuzzyness and all) where all you need to really go retro is grab some soda-licious, your favourite pop and enjoy.

    Overall:

    Is Sonic Mania a perfect game? no
    But it is damn close and the developers should be extremely proud with bringing a game that was in a rut for almost 20 years back into shape and relevant.
    The game does not give you any quarter and does not feel like it is just punishing you for fun (I'm looking at you Dark Souls). Completing complex stage puzzles or finishing bonus mini-games to unlock either extras or Chaos Emeralds is great.
    While new players might be frustrated with the learning curve, retro gamers will find plenty to love and unlock with no-save mode, time attack mode, and leaderboards.    … Expand
  27. ronancast
    Aug 16, 2017
    10
    Sonic Mania está simplesmente soberbo, te faz sorrir e chorar de emoção revivendo nossa infância.
    O jogo simplesmente te deixa muito ocupado devido a um level design poderoso com muitas rotas diferentes trazendo um infinidade de coisas a serem descobertas.
    O jogo é a esperança para que não somente esta, mas várias das incríveis franquias da Sega tenha uma nova chance de brilhar. Em meio    Sonic Mania está simplesmente soberbo, te faz sorrir e chorar de emoção revivendo nossa infância.
    O jogo simplesmente te deixa muito ocupado devido a um level design poderoso com muitas rotas diferentes trazendo um infinidade de coisas a serem descobertas.
    O jogo é a esperança para que não somente esta, mas várias das incríveis franquias da Sega tenha uma nova chance de brilhar. Em meio a um mundo onde gráficos são super valorizados e a diversão acaba ficando de lado, Sonic Mania traz toda a ação e aventura em uma qualidade de se colocar um sorriso no rosto de até mesmo quem não nasceu naquela época.
    Fico pensando se o Sega Saturn tivesse nascido com esse jogo e junto naquela época a Sega tivesse aceitado a proposta da Sony de terem lançado um console juntas...que caminho o mundo dos jogos teria tomado?
    Sonic Mania te faz repensar na era de ouro da empresa, e nos faz torcer para que seu nome volte a brilhar nos mais altos spotlights.
    Quantos jogos de aventura que já joguei e não me lembro de uma única musica sequer, em Sonic Mania todas são marcantes e bem compostas, vários remixes e arranjos completam as que já eram de outros jogos do ouriço.
    Esse jogo simplesmente está como Sonic já foi em sua melhor forma, rápido, desafiador, exigindo muito habilidade e agilidade, para os mais experientes, você pode chegar a um nível bem mais alto do que os de seus amigos não tão dedicados assim, fazendo com que você consiga atravessar como um raio de luz através dos tantos estágios do jogo.
    Esperamos que a Sega continue aceitando opiniões de pessoas tão apaixonadas assim como o criador deste jogo para que novas velhas franquias possam estar por aí e continuar tocando nossos corações.
    Obrigado Sega, obrigado Christian Whitehead por nos fazer sonhar novamente e não perder o gostinho de nossas infâncias.    … Expand
  28. JIATNSA
    Aug 16, 2017
    9
    Sonic Mania is a brilliant display of the franchises best and provides great potential for the future of the series. Its visual style is brilliant and nails the Sega Saturn aesthetic, this can also be said about its soundtrack which I expect nothing less from Tee Lopes. The gameplay feels like a natural progression from Sonic 3K and levels are more open and detailed then ever.

    The only    Sonic Mania is a brilliant display of the franchises best and provides great potential for the future of the series. Its visual style is brilliant and nails the Sega Saturn aesthetic, this can also be said about its soundtrack which I expect nothing less from Tee Lopes. The gameplay feels like a natural progression from Sonic 3K and levels are more open and detailed then ever.

    The only issue i find with Mania is the reuse of zones that take up sixty percent of the zones in the game. However this issue is small as Mania adds twists to the level in the second act of the reused zones, this still leaves the first act though which I feel could have been rectified by making brand new zones altogether.

    Regardless I still find Mania a complete joy and cant wait for a possible sequel that solves this small issue. But until then go ahead and buy this game this is a 90's Platformers paradise that you just cant miss.    … Expand
  29. TheHumbleGamer
    Aug 16, 2017
    10
    Sonic Mania IS Sonic 4. This game is everything fans of the original sonic games could possibly ask for. It is a sonic game crafted by fans, for fans with so much passion and creativity you'll definitely play it more than a few times. Every level, every piece of music and every sprite animation is absolutely perfect and fills you with nostalgia. with tons of new mechanics, It's just asSonic Mania IS Sonic 4. This game is everything fans of the original sonic games could possibly ask for. It is a sonic game crafted by fans, for fans with so much passion and creativity you'll definitely play it more than a few times. Every level, every piece of music and every sprite animation is absolutely perfect and fills you with nostalgia. with tons of new mechanics, It's just as challenging (if not more) than the originals with tons of ways to play and a bunch of unlockables for those secret/achievement hunter types.

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  30. RexSol
    Aug 16, 2017
    10
    Sonic was always good. Ok maybe not. But it was a big part of my childhood. The last Sonic game i loved was Sonic 3 & Knuckles. And Sonic Mania is exactly the Sonic game i've always wanted. Perfect level design, perfect soundtrack, the perfect Sonic game, 10/10.
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#17 Best PS4 Game of 2017
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#33 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2017
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#46 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2017

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 70
  3. Negative: 0 out of 70
  1. CD-Action
    Nov 16, 2017
    90
    With this brilliant game Sonic at last reminded us why he was once a worthy rival for Mario. [11/2017, p.56]
  2. GameOver.gr
    Sep 28, 2017
    90
    It is surprising how well the developers understood the underlining reasons Sonic was so loved in the 16bit era. Gone are the autorun, the messy 3D levels and the horrible clown characters, gone is the linear cheap thrill design of the modern 3D games. In their place, we got excellent level design with hundreds of different routes, elegant design choices and supremely balanced gameplay which bring us one of the best Sonic games since Sonic & Knuckles. Pity Sega was too afraid to budget for modern graphics because they would have had a full priced, instant classic on their hands.
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  3. DarkStation
    Sep 28, 2017
    80
    Sonic Mania is a wonderful celebration of what's made Sonic so great in the past while also striving to push it forward. This isn't to say it's perfect – it has some of the problems of the previous games as well – but it's such a perfect encapsulation of old Sonic games, it's impressive. If you've ever been curious about what makes these old games special, or if you're just interested in revisiting the series you loved as a kid, this is the best way to do it. It's the old and the new wrapped together in a way that makes both shine. I hope this team goes on to do more, and eventually break themselves away from needing to remix old levels and just make their own.
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