# Mania

> Cheeky and cool magazine for kids covering gaming, movies, music, and anime. (iPhone/iPad app by nextmedia Pty Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mania/id626893045 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [nextmedia Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/475608133)
- Category: Entertainment, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 85 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch
- Released: 2013-04-22
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mania/id626893045/reviews.md

## What is Mania?

Mania is the coolest magazine targeting kids aged 7 to 15. Mania is cheeky, cool and in the know - just like our readers are! 
Mania understands that its readers are key influencers in the playground and at home - Mania keeps them up to date with what is hot in gaming, movies, music, celebrities and latest toy releases.   Mania also has the broadest coverage of Anime in the Australian market.

Back issues and future issues are available for purchase within the App.

Future issues are also available through the following auto-renewing subscription:
• 1 Year (12 Issues) at AU$29.99

The subscription will include the current issue if you do not already own it, and subsequently published future issues. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. This subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period, your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. The cost of the renewal will match the initial subscription price.
You may turn off auto-renewing subscriptions by going to your user’s Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during your active subscription period.

Privacy Policy: 
http://www.nextmedia.com.au/next-media-privacy-statement.html
Terms of Use: 
http://www.nextmedia.com.au/next-media-terms-and-conditions.html

## Key features

- Gaming, movie, and music news
- Celebrity and toy updates
- Extensive anime coverage
- Purchase back issues
- Auto-renewing subscriptions

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Year | $21.49 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| October 2013 of Mania | $1.99 | one-time |
| January 2014 of Mania | $1.99 | one-time |
| December 2013 of Mania | $1.99 | one-time |
| November 2013 of Mania | $1.99 | one-time |
| July 2013 of Mania | $1.99 | one-time |
| June 2013 of Mania | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special 2013 of Mania | $1.99 | one-time |
| May 2013 of Mania | $1.99 | one-time |
| April 2013 of Mania | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mania/id626893045/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great!

*2013-08-17*

Love Mania but it needs to be interactive.

### 1/5 — Rip-off

*2013-06-23*

This is a rip off false advertising don't be tricked DONT GET THIS RIP OFF BOOK ever

## Frequently asked questions about Mania

### What age group is Mania for?

Mania targets kids aged 7 to 15, aiming to be as cheeky and cool as its readers. The app has an age rating of 4+.

### What kind of content does Mania cover?

Mania covers what's hot in gaming, movies, music, celebrities, and the latest toy releases. It also boasts the broadest coverage of Anime in the Australian market.

### Can I buy old issues of Mania?

Yes, back issues of Mania are available for purchase directly within the app. This allows you to catch up on content you may have missed.

### How does the Mania subscription work?

A 1-year subscription to Mania costs AU$29.99 and includes 12 issues. The subscription automatically renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

### Can I cancel my Mania subscription?

You can turn off auto-renewing subscriptions in your Account Settings after purchase. However, no cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during your active subscription period.

### Is Mania available on Android devices?

Mania is currently supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Information regarding Android availability is not provided in the app data.

### How often is Mania updated?

The app was last updated on January 22, 2026, with version 8.5.4. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing content and feature development.

### Does Mania have ads?

Mania does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and monetizes through in-app purchases of back issues and subscriptions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.5.4 — 2026-01-22

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements

### 8.5.3 — 2025-11-20

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements

### 8.5.1 — 2025-03-10

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements
• Parental Gate

### 5.1.0 — 2019-09-09

• Minor fixes and updates
• Preview any article in the newly added ‘In This Issue’ section, available for all magazines.
• Ability to change the background color of the article reader (choose between gray and sepia filters) allowing for lower screen brightness which may lead to reduced eye fatigue

### 5.0.0 — 2019-02-25

• New Design!
• New Explore Section: Read articles before you buy
• New Text-to-Speech feature!
• iPhone X Support
• Easy to toggle reading mode.
• Search across all issues
• Create Account: Log in and access your content across platforms
• Light/Dark Reading Mode

Note: You will need to Restore Purchases to access and download your issues again.

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