Sonic Mania Plus

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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. KeegzX21
    Jun 19, 2019
    1
    (THIS IS NOT A HATE REVIEW)

    I didn't really enjoy this game. Its pretty hard. I've had it for almost a year and I haven't even finished it yet. I don't plan to finish it though. I still think it deserves to be the #6 Best Switch Game of 2018 I'm just not one of those people who love Sonic games.
  19. 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
  20. Nintendist
    Jul 2, 2022
    0
    terrible gameplay and really awful soundstrack. i dont like this game it all
  21. 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
  22. MilesStorzillo
    Mar 22, 2019
    2
    I honestly hate to be a contrarian (again), but beyond new characters this game does nothing I wish it would. And even then, those new characters are still way too similar to Sonic. They honestly might as well make Sonic the only playable character. Doesn't help that they won't do anything new with Classic Sonic so this thing comes off as nothing more thab another Classic Sonic game.I honestly hate to be a contrarian (again), but beyond new characters this game does nothing I wish it would. And even then, those new characters are still way too similar to Sonic. They honestly might as well make Sonic the only playable character. Doesn't help that they won't do anything new with Classic Sonic so this thing comes off as nothing more thab another Classic Sonic game. Remember when I said they might as well make Sonic the only playable character? Well they also might as well make the same game over and over again if they're going to be so similar to the point where finding gameplay differences is near impossible.… Expand
  23. 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
  24. 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.
  25. 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
  26. 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
  27. 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.
  28. 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.
  29. 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.
  30. 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
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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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