Sonic Mania

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I’ve been playing Sonic games since 1991, and firmly believe Sonic Mania is close to being the best of all of them.

Seriously, it would take an error of monumental proportions to screw it up now. And Sega seems to believe that, too, since the game has enjoyed a few extra months of development time to make absolutely sure it delivers on its potential. If what I’ve played again is a true indication of the quality of the whole game, I am certain it will be a success. The Sonic gamers loved in the early ’90s really is back. After literally two decades of waiting, I am satisfied.

But hold on a minute. Let’s not skip over the gravity of that statement. Sonic fans are