Sonic Mania Plus

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 389 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 328 out of 389
  2. Mixed: 38 out of 389
  3. Negative: 23 out of 389
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  1. SameOldCJ
    Dec 6, 2018
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sonic Mania Plus and it's original game aren't one of the greatest things that happened in the series as several people think.
    Firstly, I liked the game when I started to play it and how this game made such references to past Sonic games. I also enjoyed some of the surprises in it as well as how it worked as a retro game. I think it was a good idea for the franchise and that it was cool to bring back the classic Sonic to a starring role.
    On the other part, after finishing the game, I didn't feel the game in the same way as when I played it. Before its release, I had no problem with the remade stages. Later, on the contrary, I realised this idea made a drop in quality to the game. It contains just a few original stages while the rest are taken from the Genesis titles, making it look more like a levels compilation than a completely original game. My most disliked ones where Green Hill Zone and Oil Ocean. In the first case because it's been so repetitive how they re-added this stage once and over again in the series that it loses its effect as an iconic level for it. In the second case because it's boring in both aesthetically and musically; its remade version doesn't convince me neither. On the positive said, my favourite ones were Flying Battery and Hidrocity, which I still love since I played them in the Genesis.
    There is no much replayability at all, unless you want to beat the game with the different characters. You only have the Mean Bean Machine minigame, the Blue Sphere stages and the multiplayer. I liked these features but I think it could have been better if you added more to it like online matches.
    The Plus edition didn't improve it a lot. You could add more interesting characters like the Chaotix or Amy Rose. Just because SegaSonic the Hedgehog became obscure and it was never re-released doesn't mean Mighty and Ray deserved to be playable. Some stages are unbalanced with them such as Ray's flying ability. The new Encore Mode didn't add much to this game. Just the same Mania Mode stages with different layout and style. When I played it it, I felt I was playing the Mania Mode again. The new partner mechanic is OK, I like how you can switch between your characters. However, it doesn't offer much to it neither. One thing I consider cool is the 4-player mode though, as I mentioned before, it could have a online mode too. I also preferred more the Metal Sonic boss in Stardust Speedway in its previous version than in the new one here. It's just easier and, once again, you don't fight him directly.
    To end up, I would have liked if Mania Plus had more than just reusing or adding more to existing features. The only interesting feature for me was the new characters, even though I'm not a fan of Ray and Mighty. I consider this is not enough to release it in physical form. So yes, it's a good game but not one to consider it excellent or that it improved the franchise. Sonic Adventure and 3 & Knuckles are still better than this one.    … Expand
  2. Bastrix
    Sep 2, 2019
    7
    While this is what most hardcore fans of sonic might have been waiting for the last 2 decades, its more of a nostalgia pixelated mashup for some us.

    Yes it does fully retain the essence of sonic the hedgehog from the 90s... why? Because its exactly that, a game from the 90s with the original mechanics and same 16 bits graphics. For me: its just too annoying to play with the repetitive    While this is what most hardcore fans of sonic might have been waiting for the last 2 decades, its more of a nostalgia pixelated mashup for some us.

    Yes it does fully retain the essence of sonic the hedgehog from the 90s... why? Because its exactly that, a game from the 90s with the original mechanics and same 16 bits graphics. For me: its just too annoying to play with the repetitive and fustrating level designs and mechanics from decades ago. I just dont have the patience anymore. I dis have fun and do appreciate what they have done with the original levels and the new designs...

    But... it took me 3 days to get bored of it. Is it worth it then? Well... dunno really, I guess there are much more expensive hobbies, but I cant help feeling a bit guilty when it ends up in a draw for the rest of eternity after a mini tinky dose of pixelated nostalgia.    … Expand
  3. Orioldash2
    Aug 2, 2023
    7
    Sonic Mania was already an awesome 2D platform game but with Sonic Mania Plus the game is just perfect. The quality of the package in Mania Plus is doing what they needed to do, congratulations to the Mania Team.
  4. B0rn2_w1n
    Nov 4, 2018
    7
    This is my first Sonic game. I think it is enjoyable but not for everyone.

    Pros:
    Re-playable
    Music
    Non repetitive levels and bosses
    Difficulty (it rumps up quite quickly, some levels are challenging)

    Cons:
    It feels too much chaotic for me.
    Controls are not as sensitive as other platform games and (initially) feel weird (maybe it is because I am not so used to play Sonic games)
  5. MaxShibe
    Sep 7, 2019
    7
    It's alright, but is extremely overrated and lacks depth. It's definitely not bad, but it clearly isn't some treasure people think it is.
  6. jens76
    May 29, 2022
    7
    damals gab es nur eine Entscheidung, Super Nintendo oder Mega Drive, der Igel hätte mich fast geschafft, aber er ist halt kein Herrigel, sinniert Sonic Mania Plus.
  7. Flounder
    Apr 1, 2022
    6
    Als meine erste Klangerfahrung ging ich mit sehr hohen Erwartungen hinein, und ich muss ehrlich sein, ich war sehr unterfordert, die Präsentation des Produkts ist großartig, aber ich bin einfach absolut nicht begeistert von dem Gameplay
  8. Adanishedgehog
    May 8, 2021
    7
    sonic mania I don't hate it but I just find it both over rated and perfect at the same time, but there something that turns me off from this being my favorite sonic game. not that's on the switch, not that it's boring, but maybe it's because for a game being a sequel to sonic 3 and knuckles and it took us 23 count them 23 years jesus crist why did it take us this long
  9. B00tador
    Dec 5, 2021
    7
    Proof that there is a place for 2D Sonic in the modern era, but I do think the level quality is a bit inconsistent. Those looking for a classic Sonic game won't be disappointed though.
  10. AlexMakesToast
    Nov 23, 2022
    6
    Sonic mania = 6/10
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Universal acclaim - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 24
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  1. FNintendo
    Sep 18, 2018
    90
    Sonic Mania Plus builds up on Sonic Mania and tops it off. The ensemble of the two builds the best 2D Sonic game available and the Encore mode brings a new approach to the plot. While the extra characters don't bring any significant change to the way the game is played, Sonic Mania Plus is essential to any committed fans of the supersonic blue hedgehog.
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  2. Vooks
    Sep 10, 2018
    100
    If you loved Sonic Mania, Plus is an essential purchase. It’s more Sonic Mania, but different.
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  3. Nintenderos
    Sep 7, 2018
    90
    Sonic Mania Plus keeps the essence of Sonic Mania and extends the experience with interesting contents, although they may be insufficient for those who already have the digital version of the game, so this version is recommended for players who did not buy the original game and / or lovers of cartridges.
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