7/11/2023 0 Comments Sonic mania switch reviewOne other thing to note for this specific review is that I played exclusively on the Nintendo Switch. Their addition then simply opens levels up, with some paths only accessible via their unique abilities, without detracting in any significant way, or adding complexity to the simplistic perfection at the core of Sonic’s 2D adventures. No matter who you’re playing as though, the game retains its fast pace and enjoyable platforming. The new characters fit seamlessly into Sonic Mania Plus, with the Encore Mode allowing you to switch between all the main characters at points throughout the game. Aside from this they act just like Sonic, simply adding to the selections of Tails and Knuckles without too much impact. Mighty has a ground pound maneuver, while Ray is able to glide through the air. At the beginning of the mode you choose one, with the other revealing himself to be the villain for the rest of the game. Returning from the series’ past are Mighty the Armadillo and Ray the Flying Squirrel, each with their own special ability. Let’s just say that Sonic hasn’t had a great track record with different characters, but they are handled perfectly here. One part that worried me about Plus and its Encore Mode was the inclusion of two new playable characters. This extends from the Encore Mode through every piece of the game, including the new physical release that comes with a lovely art book for collectors. Sonic Mania is a game made by Sonic fans, for Sonic fans, and that showed through the entire original experience and is only enhanced in this Plus release. ![]() The game was clearly made with love, as Sega brought fans in to help design elements of the experience. Of course, a good amount of the fun in Sonic Mania is digging into the nitty gritty details. ![]() Sonic Mania Plus is definitive version of Sega’s excellent revival Still, with the many paths through each Act, you can replay the entire game in either the main mode or Encore and find yourself enjoying the experience, whether you take note of what’s different this time or not. The changes can be either major or minor, with players likely struggling to pinpoint exactly what’s different for some of the stages. Now these levels have been revamped once again in the Encore Mode. ![]() Featuring 13 different “Zones” with each consisting of two Acts and a boss fight, Sonic Mania was already chock full of 2D platforming goodness.
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