Sonic Mania Plus - NETFLIX | Game Brain

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"Sonic Mania Plus - NETFLIX" is a single-player retro SEGA platformer game that pays homage to the classic Sonic series. This title offers a nostalgic experience with its pixel-perfect graphics and fast-paced gameplay. However, be prepared for some bugs that may occasionally disrupt the fun. Overall, an enjoyable and challenging platformer for Sonic fans.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,300 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

stability18 negative mentions

Sonic Mania is a great game that brings back nostalgic memories and offers smooth gameplay.
The graphics and animations are high quality, making it visually appealing on mobile devices.
The game runs well on most devices and is a fun way to experience Sonic Mania on the go.

The controls are often unresponsive and difficult to use, especially in special stages.
Players are required to have a Netflix account to access the game, which is frustrating for those who do not have a subscription.
There are frequent performance issues, including lag and frame drops, which detract from the overall experience.

graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received high praise for their stunning visuals and art style, often compared favorably to console versions. However, some users have noted issues such as graphical glitches, frame rate drops, and a lack of customizable graphics options. Overall, while the visuals are impressive, there are performance concerns that detract from the experience.
- “Stunning visuals for a mobile port and just an awesome version to play on mobile!”
- “Amazing graphics and great music; I like the first zone because it was in the first Sonic game in 1991.”
- “It's so good it's like playing on my console but with better graphics.”
- “What on earth is going on with the word art style shadows behind text.”
- “The game doesn't feel fluid, lacking locked 60fps, 90fps, or 120fps modes, and there's no option for unlocked frame rates or graphic settings.”
- “Unfortunately the frame rate constantly dips and the graphics suffer often.”
stability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is mixed, with some users reporting significant glitches, such as black screens, control issues, and audio problems, while others experience smooth performance with minimal bugs. Many players express frustration over specific glitches affecting gameplay, particularly with controls and save files, but a portion of the audience finds the game stable and enjoyable overall. Frequent updates and fixes are suggested to improve the overall experience.
- “Game runs great.”
- “Runs great, no issues whatsoever.”
- “I love it, no glitches found.”
- “I wanted to play this game, but it brings me to a black screen and it freezes. I have to turn it off and on again to close the app. I can't even play the game due to the black screen. I even reinstalled and restarted my phone, and it still didn't work. Someone help me please.”
- “It has some serious glitches; sometimes it doesn't load all the save files, only 'no save.' Now, every time I open the app, there is no music or sound. I've tried reinstalling the app several times, but it just doesn't work.”
- “There's a bunch of graphical glitches, the controls are bad, and it's just a bad port in general.”
optimization
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of Sonic Mania Plus on mobile has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing smooth performance near 60 fps, while others report significant lag and performance issues, particularly on newer devices. Many users express frustration over poor touch controls, lack of full-screen support, and inadequate graphical optimization, suggesting that the game often runs below optimal frame rates. Overall, while the game has potential, it requires further patches to enhance performance and control options for a better experience.
- “Great port, in my device it didn't have any performance issues and it's incredibly smooth at nearly 60 fps.”
- “I have played Sonic Mania Plus on my PS4 and it did run smoothly, but your version of Sonic Mania Plus runs a little smoother than the PS4/5 version.”
- “It runs smoothly and it is basically free, 5 stars!”
- “You should just let us use a d-pad instead; also, there's bad pixel filtering, bad sound mixing, bad performance and optimization, no dynamic aspect ratio, and generic and bland UI elements.”
- “Please provide full screen support, more control options, and a few performance optimizations since the game is running below 60fps most of the time.”
- “The game frequently slows down; it looks like an optimization issue... if Netflix resolves this problem, it will be the best Sonic Mania mobile port.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
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The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness and engaging mechanics, particularly appealing to Sonic fans, though some users report issues with controls and occasional sluggishness. While the graphics are noted to be impressive, there are complaints about the touch controls being unresponsive and poorly designed for mobile devices. Overall, the game offers a solid experience but could benefit from control adjustments and optimizations for modern phones.
- “Amazing smooth gameplay with good controls!”
- “It is a great experience for Sonic fans with fast-paced gameplay.”
- “So good game and great levels and design with engaging gameplay thank you to launching this game to mobile😊”
- “The gameplay can be sluggish at times.”
- “Not adjusted to modern phones (runs in 16:9) and slows down during gameplay.”
- “The special stage is trash because of the controls; it's slippery, the gameplay is slow, and I can barely crouch because the controls are on the bottom of my phone.”
monetization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
73%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the absence of ads while others express frustration over the lack of a free option or the requirement of a subscription (like Netflix) to access the game. Many users suggest that incorporating ads instead of a paywall would be a more acceptable model, while others criticize the game as a cash grab. Overall, the consensus leans towards a desire for more transparent and flexible monetization strategies.
- “No ads and looks like the old games.”
- “Perfect, no payment needed and no ads.”
- “No ads and good controls.”
- “Why not just release the game for free with ads like was done with Sonic 1 and 2?”
- “Could have told me that before I downloaded; I wasn't sure if it was pay or not, or if I would have to pay after downloading to get rid of ads.”
- “Bad port, cash grab.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The music in the game has received high praise for its amazing soundtrack, with many users highlighting its fun and engaging nature. However, some players have reported technical issues, such as music not playing or stopping unexpectedly during gameplay. Overall, while the soundtrack is celebrated, there are concerns about its reliability in certain situations.
- “An amazing soundtrack, fun but challenging levels, imaginative boss fights, this game is just great all around.”
- “All good except keeping away from those darn spikes (music still a complete bop tho).”
- “Tee Lopes made a really good soundtrack for this game, maybe you could add an option to listen to the instrumentals in the game select menu.”
- “It has some serious glitches; sometimes it doesn't load all the save files, only no save, and now every time I open the app, there is no music or sounds. I've tried reinstalling the app several times, but it just doesn't work.”
- “The game was great, but sometimes when I pause and continue, the game's soundtrack turns off.”
- “No music.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally regarded as interesting and engaging, with some players finding it more enjoyable than classic titles like Mario. However, there are mixed feelings about gameplay mechanics, particularly regarding controls and navigation challenges, which detract from the overall experience. Some users express disappointment in the game's execution, suggesting that it falls short compared to other adaptations.
- “It's really good with an interesting storyline and a whole lot of fun, better than Mario, just saying! 😂”
- “The game is bad; I just want to say, Sega, you should do what the competition did. The moral of the story is that Sega and Netflix do what players do, but worse.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is noted for its lighthearted and amusing moments, particularly in the context of gameplay, such as hitting robots for comedic effect. However, some players feel that the overall experience is marred by poor controls, which detracts from the enjoyment.
- “Cool game, I hit a robot because it's funny.”
- “Funny shooter game, but the controls could use some improvement.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users suggest that incorporating a simple d-pad option could significantly enhance the game's replayability, making it more accessible and enjoyable for players.
- “The lack of varied content makes it hard to find reasons to replay the game.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to dive back in.”
- “The game feels repetitive after the first playthrough, diminishing its replay value.”