Sonic Mania Plus

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 389 Ratings

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  1. Joeveno
    Jul 17, 2018
    10
    The quality of the package in Mania Plus is so good that it is becoming one of the best, if not the best, Sonic game of all time.
  2. nicorzF1
    Jul 17, 2018
    10
    The game was perfect, but now it's even better. Sega is doing what they needed to do. Thank you.
  3. MaxPayne3
    Jul 17, 2018
    10
    Simply incredible, it is perfect!!! congratulations to the Mania Team, this is the perfect 2D Sonic game!
  4. Brandonnel2308
    Jul 17, 2018
    10
    Sonic Mania Plus is a masterpiece of a game. Adding more content into an already-perfect game. With the added Encore mode, plus the addition of Mighty and Ray and better multiplayer support (up to 4 players), Sonic Mania Plus is by far the most definitive version of Sonic Mania and the best Sonic game in 10 years. An instant buy for anyone wanting to seek an amazing retro-styled platformer.
  5. jamesbonder
    Jul 17, 2018
    10
    Just can't believe how perfect this game has become, they've removed a bunch of bugs, added a LOT of stuff, it's incredible, the perfect Sonic game.
  6. ScaliCali
    Jul 18, 2018
    10
    Sonic Mania was already an awesome 2D platform game but with Sonic Mania Plus the game is just perfect. More stages to play, more characters each with unique gameplay to play and many more things to do it's simple : just buy it, to experience the amazing experience this videogame has to offer!
  7. Nintentalk
    Jul 18, 2018
    10
    Sonic Mania Plus managed to take the greatest Sonic game ever and make it better! With a $5 extra price tag (or $5 DLC depending on your preference) it really is the definitive edition of Mania! They even took the time to add tiny things like bug fixes, stage transitions for every zone and even a new bonus stage! The Sega Genesis reversible cover is another amazing touch. Just a littleSonic Mania Plus managed to take the greatest Sonic game ever and make it better! With a $5 extra price tag (or $5 DLC depending on your preference) it really is the definitive edition of Mania! They even took the time to add tiny things like bug fixes, stage transitions for every zone and even a new bonus stage! The Sega Genesis reversible cover is another amazing touch. Just a little tip, if you want to get Super Sonic, Tail, Knuckles, Ray or Mighty in Encore mode, then you have to be the master of Mania special stages so definitely practice! So if you like Sonic even remotely then buy this game! Thank you!… Expand
  8. UgandanPrince
    Jul 24, 2018
    10
    Mania Plus is a fantastical update to an already great game. tl;dr Great update to an already great game.

    Plus adds Encore Mode, Mighty and Ray and several tweaks (the Menu update and missing level transitions, which are already available free if you don't have plus) and more. Plus is $5 if you have the base game, which is a great price, and $30 to buy the entire physical package (comes    Mania Plus is a fantastical update to an already great game. tl;dr Great update to an already great game.

    Plus adds Encore Mode, Mighty and Ray and several tweaks (the Menu update and missing level transitions, which are already available free if you don't have plus) and more. Plus is $5 if you have the base game, which is a great price, and $30 to buy the entire physical package (comes with art-book, reversible cover, shiny reflective box cover) where the orignal base Digital copy was $20.

    So encore mode: 7 new special stages which are difficult. They are not nearly as easy as Mania Modes. Remixed stages with new color palettes. The new palettes really pour new life into the stages, and tweaked areas in zones make stages feel new enough without feeling completely foreign. New life system. You don't have lives per say but a shared life system where every time you die, the character you were currently using is lost and you immediately continue with the characters you have remaining. (think of shared stock in Subspace Emissary in SSB Brawl). You can recover characters in certain item boxes and in the new Bonus Stages, a pinball minigame like the bonus tables in Sonic Spinball crossed with the character select in Knuckles' Chaotix.

    So Mighty and Ray: Mighty is like an easy mode where Spikes don't initially hurt him, and he has a ground pound, which allows him to reach new areas below ground. Ray is like the cape in Super Mario World, and gliding is fun to control when you get the hang of it allowing for ridiculous speedruns of acts. There are new cheat codes that allow creative manipulations of gameplay and so much more. And that's not mentioning the godly music by Tee Lopes and the already great level design by Stealth, Taxman and the team already found in Mania. There's still more surprises in store, but they're more fun t be discovered in person than told about in text.

    Mania Plus truly is a golden return to form for Classic Sonic and something that can't not be skipped, for a Modern/Classic/Adventure Sonic fan or a fan of momentum platforming in general.    … Expand
  9. Darthtux
    Jul 19, 2018
    10
    I thought Sonic Mania was amazing when it came out last year! Mania Plus continues to be just as great and makes us even more excited for the inevitable sequel!!!

    Love the new little details like the new cutscenes/stage background and color changes in encore mode! I personally really love the new colors; they make the stages feel different and the transitions from each stage are soo    I thought Sonic Mania was amazing when it came out last year! Mania Plus continues to be just as great and makes us even more excited for the inevitable sequel!!!

    Love the new little details like the new cutscenes/stage background and color changes in encore mode!
    I personally really love the new colors; they make the stages feel different and the transitions from each stage are soo good :)
    The two new characters Ray and Mighty are fun to play; they fit right into mania
    Overall really love the DLC and encore mode, although I wish for a bit more like new bosses or one more map!!!
    The price point is excellent and if you do get the physical ver, you get all the goodies :)

    If you haven't played Sonic Mania, now's your chance!!!
    Love you Sega! keep up the great work!
    Can't wait for the sequel ;)    … Expand
  10. Insertc0in
    Jul 28, 2018
    10
    Sonic Mania should be praised not only for how awesome this game is but the context this project came out to existence. Sonic Mania is a product of love, a collaboration of long time sonic fans and SEGA. From Tyson Hesse animation to Tee Lopes soundtrack passing by Hyper Potion music for the trailers we can feel the passion this game tries to convey. Pagodawest, Headcanon and ChristianSonic Mania should be praised not only for how awesome this game is but the context this project came out to existence. Sonic Mania is a product of love, a collaboration of long time sonic fans and SEGA. From Tyson Hesse animation to Tee Lopes soundtrack passing by Hyper Potion music for the trailers we can feel the passion this game tries to convey. Pagodawest, Headcanon and Christian whitehead did an amazing job of balancing the gameplay and gathering the memorable stages, bosses, gimmicks that we all loved in the 16 bit sonic era and put their own signature names on it.

    Sonic Mania is not only a celebration for Sonic fans but also to SEGA fans. This game is filled with Easter eggs and homages to what made SEGA beloved. Sonic Mania should be celebrated by all gamers not only because it's a very good game but also because it opens a new chapter in the gaming industry that companies like Valve used to practice and companies like Nintendo should be more lenient about (AM2R).

    Sonic Mania seems a portable friendly games which seems to be a perfect fit for the Nintendo switch. The small size of the game and its high replay value makes it a potential game that will never leave your switch drive.    … Expand
  11. Thiagosan
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    Game is great and has a lot of nostalgia. Mania Plus is a fantastical update to an already great game. tl;dr Great update to an already great game.

    Plus adds Encore Mode, Mighty and Ray and several tweaks (the Menu update and missing level transitions, which are already available free if you don't have plus) and more. Plus is $5 if you have the base game, which is a great price, and $30    Game is great and has a lot of nostalgia. Mania Plus is a fantastical update to an already great game. tl;dr Great update to an already great game.

    Plus adds Encore Mode, Mighty and Ray and several tweaks (the Menu update and missing level transitions, which are already available free if you don't have plus) and more. Plus is $5 if you have the base game, which is a great price, and $30 to buy the entire physical package (comes with art-book, reversible cover, shiny reflective box cover) where the orignal base Digital copy was $20.    … Expand
  12. EpicLadySponge
    Jul 25, 2018
    9
    It's been almost a year since Sonic Mania has been released to the world and everyone soon fell in love with the game and it's no secret that the team behind Sonic Forces admits loving Sonic Mania as well by connecting the events of the two games together for rather two epic games to play for the price of one. I think it was time for Sonic Mania to get an upgrade due to the criticalIt's been almost a year since Sonic Mania has been released to the world and everyone soon fell in love with the game and it's no secret that the team behind Sonic Forces admits loving Sonic Mania as well by connecting the events of the two games together for rather two epic games to play for the price of one. I think it was time for Sonic Mania to get an upgrade due to the critical success of Sonic Mania and the fact that it's literally impossible to get a physical copy of the game. Introducing Sonic Mania Plus, an upgraded Sonic Mania that includes even more things that might as well make it even better than its original form, it has more nostalgia written into it than what Sonic Mania could ever have to surprise its fans into wanting more.… Expand
  13. mcsw712
    Aug 18, 2018
    10
    This is the best Sonic the Hedgehog game ever made. It is what Sonic should be. Sega take note of this. Sonic was meant to be side-scrolling. But this is way better than Sonic 4, and the level design in this game is off the charts. Believe it or not it is better than Sonic 3 and Knuckles hooked together.

    Only con: The boss music is kind of silly compared to Sonic 3 & Knuckles.
  14. Ristycakes
    Jul 24, 2018
    10
    Price Rating $30/$30

    Pros + Feels exactly like classic Sonic games. Physics, sound effects, music, and quality while also adding great new elements and stages + Very re-playable + Encore more is a great excuse to play again with a slight twist Cons - Pinball bonus stage could use a little more work. Does not feel like any pinball stage from Sonic's past, and the ball doesn't move    Price Rating $30/$30

    Pros
    + Feels exactly like classic Sonic games. Physics, sound effects, music, and quality while also adding great new elements and stages
    + Very re-playable
    + Encore more is a great excuse to play again with a slight twist

    Cons
    - Pinball bonus stage could use a little more work. Does not feel like any pinball stage from Sonic's past, and the ball doesn't move at all like you would expect.    … Expand
  15. BigNed
    Aug 1, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. People have said things like "this game is overrated" I 100% disagree with that, this game is amazing! This is a great opportunity for Sega to come back from the dead!… Expand
  16. QuacksonjaMeme
    Nov 15, 2018
    9
    This game is a pure nostalgic trip. Even SEGA is scared to say that this is the best Sonic game ever made. The whole group of Mania dev's are genius!

    9/10.
  17. leetl1
    Mar 4, 2019
    10
    Probably my favorite Sonic game ever. Really, my only complaint is the lack of new levels.
  18. NuclearPhoenix
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    The game to surpass all Genesis main Sonic Games.

    Graphics looks awesome, if we think about it being something the 32X could produce (which is perfect). Music, there are pretty awesome masterpieces, but mostly remixes of what are perfect themes coming from old Sonic games. Gameplay is tight, what you would expect from an official product, and the plot is very good for a Sonic Game.    The game to surpass all Genesis main Sonic Games.

    Graphics looks awesome, if we think about it being something the 32X could produce (which is perfect). Music, there are pretty awesome masterpieces, but mostly remixes of what are perfect themes coming from old Sonic games. Gameplay is tight, what you would expect from an official product, and the plot is very good for a Sonic Game.

    If I had to rate every Genesis main Sonic game...:

    Sonic 1: 6
    Sonic 2: 7.5
    Sonic 3: 8.5
    Sonic & Knuckles: 9
    Sonic 3&K: 10
    Sonic Mania: 10    … Expand
  19. Geo3891
    Sep 3, 2022
    8
    Este juego de Sonic es muy bueno, el soundtrack en Sonic jamas decepciona, la música de Sonic es oro videojueguil, algo que no me gusto son las zonas recicladas pero las nuevas zonas son muy preciosas y divertidas de jugar, las fases especiales son increíbles entre ser una mezcla de las fases especiales de Sonic 3, CD y 3D Blast, los gráficos son demasiado bonitos gracias al retro engine,Este juego de Sonic es muy bueno, el soundtrack en Sonic jamas decepciona, la música de Sonic es oro videojueguil, algo que no me gusto son las zonas recicladas pero las nuevas zonas son muy preciosas y divertidas de jugar, las fases especiales son increíbles entre ser una mezcla de las fases especiales de Sonic 3, CD y 3D Blast, los gráficos son demasiado bonitos gracias al retro engine, es un buen juego pero no innova demasiado en comparación de otros Sonics clásicos y casi todo es reciclaje, aun así es lo recomiendo a alguien que no ha jugado un Sonic… Expand
  20. Suroguner
    Nov 24, 2018
    9
    Defiantly one of, if not the best Sonic games in recent years. What sonic 4 Episodes 1 and 2 got wrong, this game gets right.
  21. prossnip42
    Jul 28, 2018
    8
    I gotta say, as somebody who was not into the Sonic franchise even when the games were good this is pretty damn impressive. Why? I'll tell you why

    Pros: -The game looks great. The sprites are beautifully colored and they stick out against the gorgeous backgrounds. It's about as close to the original Sonic games as you can get -The gameplay is 2D sonic at its finest. The controls are    I gotta say, as somebody who was not into the Sonic franchise even when the games were good this is pretty damn impressive. Why? I'll tell you why

    Pros:
    -The game looks great. The sprites are beautifully colored and they stick out against the gorgeous backgrounds. It's about as close to the original Sonic games as you can get
    -The gameplay is 2D sonic at its finest. The controls are smooth, the levels well designed and it actually feels fun to go fast

    Cons:
    -This is a nitpick and really it's my own personal opinion rather than something generally wrong about the game but the boss fights are way too easy. Like really easy

    In conclusion, Sonic Mania Plus is a great game that gets even better with the added DLC. Any Sonic fans should get it. Hell any fans of old school 2D platformers should get it    … Expand
  22. IrresitableTom
    Jul 24, 2018
    10
    This is THE Sonic to get hands down. Seriously the talent behind this crew is amazing. BUY IT BUY IT You won't be disappointed - unless you hate Sonic, back when it was good.
  23. Catabolize
    Aug 17, 2018
    9
    Best Sonic game in years. The game engine delivers that classic Genesis Sonic look. The music by Tee Lopes is superb, it's reminiscent of the classic games but also new. Lots of content including many playable characters, minigames, levels, and modes. My one gripe with the game is that there should have been more original zones instead of leaning too much on the classics.
  24. the_2000s_kid
    May 22, 2022
    9
    As a kid, I was a big fan of Sonic. However, my childhood fandom was in no way related to the classic 2D games that inspired Sonic Mania. This game is not nostalgic for me; Despite that, I absolutely adore it. The gameplay, art style, and music are among the best and most polished in the franchise's history. This title is worth playing for just about anyone, even if you don't care aboutAs a kid, I was a big fan of Sonic. However, my childhood fandom was in no way related to the classic 2D games that inspired Sonic Mania. This game is not nostalgic for me; Despite that, I absolutely adore it. The gameplay, art style, and music are among the best and most polished in the franchise's history. This title is worth playing for just about anyone, even if you don't care about Sonic or his history.… Expand
  25. dislexicpotato
    Nov 2, 2018
    9
    An absolutely incredible game, with a ton of new features added Sega have provided a fantastic expansion to their already amazing game Sonic Mania. This game should be played by anyone that likes platformers.
  26. Datbadnik
    Jul 22, 2018
    10
    Sonic mania plus makes Sonic Mania the perfect package (literally) with Mighty and ray to join the party along with encore mode, competition mode and much more makes Sonic Mania feel like the ultimate classic package for any Sonic fan to enjoy.

    The physical copy comes with an art book and reversible sleeve and it looks fantastic with that classic genesis look to it. The chaos emerald    Sonic mania plus makes Sonic Mania the perfect package (literally) with Mighty and ray to join the party along with encore mode, competition mode and much more makes Sonic Mania feel like the ultimate classic package for any Sonic fan to enjoy.

    The physical copy comes with an art book and reversible sleeve and it looks fantastic with that classic genesis look to it. The chaos emerald stages will definitely give you a run for your money along with the pinball special stages that has music that will have you humming and tapping well after you turn off the game. For only 5 bucks dlc it’s a no brainer, as for the physical I’d recommend anyone who’s a fan of sonic or a fan of platformers in general to pick this fantastic game up, you won’t be disappointed!    … Expand
  27. 2000mudkip
    Oct 5, 2020
    10
    The Best sonic game ever made, It plays it a little safe, but there's enough original stuff here to make it worthwhile.
  28. weskergamer
    Jun 1, 2019
    9
    El mejor juego de Sonic en 2D, incluso mejor q los originales y una banda sonora genial.
  29. chusa19965656
    Dec 9, 2018
    9
    Un hermoso regalo para cualquier fan de Sonic y de SEGA. Está todo bien cuidado. El diseño de los niveles es nostálgico pero a su vez novedoso, al igual que su banda sonora. Los niveles sacados de los juegos anteriores de Sonic están muy bien recreados y bellamente modificados mientras que, los nuevos niveles, están a la altura de cualquiera de sus predecesores. Creo que es la mejorUn hermoso regalo para cualquier fan de Sonic y de SEGA. Está todo bien cuidado. El diseño de los niveles es nostálgico pero a su vez novedoso, al igual que su banda sonora. Los niveles sacados de los juegos anteriores de Sonic están muy bien recreados y bellamente modificados mientras que, los nuevos niveles, están a la altura de cualquiera de sus predecesores. Creo que es la mejor experiencia que tuve con un juego de Sonic en 2D desde Sonic & Knuckles.... Si he de admitir que en lugar de ciertos niveles, hubiera puesto otros, pero eso no hace que el juego sea malo. Estoy muy contento con este juego. Lo recomiendo al 100%… Expand
  30. AGoodGame
    Aug 22, 2018
    10
    While Not the Sequel that we were hoping for, Mania Plus is a perfect reason for players to get back into Mania, Not only the ability to play as Mighty and Ray Amazing since we haven't seen them in forever, but the DLC improve upon almost every aspect from Level Transitions, 2 Player Modes and the ability to play the levels from Mania but with Slightly New Level Design and for a few bucksWhile Not the Sequel that we were hoping for, Mania Plus is a perfect reason for players to get back into Mania, Not only the ability to play as Mighty and Ray Amazing since we haven't seen them in forever, but the DLC improve upon almost every aspect from Level Transitions, 2 Player Modes and the ability to play the levels from Mania but with Slightly New Level Design and for a few bucks buy yourself a physical copy the Box Art and the Art Book are Awesome, if your a Sonic Fan start playing Mania Again Because it just got 100 times better.… Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 0 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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