Ken McKown
ZTGDSonic Mania Plus (XB1) Review – ZTGD
Published 8/16/2018
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PS4 / Android / PC / iOS / XONE / Switch - 7/17/2018
Sonic Mania Plus
Sonic Mania Plus is an updated version of Sonic Mania that includes the Encore DLC. Digital versions of Sonic Mania on all platforms can be upgraded to Sonic Mania Plus by purchasing the Encore DLC separately. Plus is also available as a physical release and marks the first time any version of Sonic Mania was available on physical media. Released for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Switch, in addition to including the complete version of Sonic Mania Plus on a disc/cartridge it also comes packaged with a reversible cover with alternate box art, an art book and a holographic outer sleeve.
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- Headcannon, Christian Whitehead
- Publisher
- Netflix, Sega Games, Sega
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89
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30
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70–100
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Score range is 21–30 points
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The critic average is 89 across 30 scored reviews, with a 30-point spread. That suggests a mixed critic response rather than a single clear read.
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90–10022 reviews · 73%
80–896 reviews · 20%
70–792 reviews · 7%
Below 700 reviews · 0%
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Fran Soto
Worth PlayingSwitch Review - 'Sonic Mania Plus'
Published 8/13/2018
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Read originalKira C
Pure NintendoReview: Sonic Mania Plus (Nintendo Switch)
Published 8/8/2018
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Read originalCody Medellin
Worth PlayingPS4 Review - 'Sonic Mania Plus'
Published 8/3/2018
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90
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Read originalWill Borger
GamingBoltSonic Mania Plus Review – Gotta Go Faster
Published 7/31/2018
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Read originalKarl Smart
The Outerhaven ProductionsSonic Mania Plus (PS4) Review
Published 7/28/2018
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90
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Read originalNeil Flynn
Cubed3Sonic Mania Plus (Nintendo Switch) Review
Published 7/27/2018
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100
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Read originalSean Warhurst
ImpulsegamerSonic Mania Plus PS4 Review
Published 7/25/2018
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Read originalRussell Archey
Gaming NexusSonic Mania Plus Review - Gaming Nexus
Published 7/24/2018
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Read originalRory Hutchings
Niche GamerSonic Mania Plus Review - An Updated Insta-Classic - Niche Gamer
Published 7/19/2018
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