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. 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.
  2. TomasSonic0
    Jul 24, 2018
    9
    This is simply one of the best sonic games of all time. And the package is simply amazing this is certainly one special edition for collators and fans.
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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!
  8. 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.
  9. MaxPayne3
    Jul 17, 2018
    10
    Simply incredible, it is perfect!!! congratulations to the Mania Team, this is the perfect 2D Sonic game!
  10. 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.
  11. 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.
  12. 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.
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91

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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