# Sonic Mania Plus - NETFLIX — Retro SEGA platformer

> Remixed retro platformer featuring Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles with new bosses and puzzles. (iPhone/iPad app by Netflix, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonic-mania-plus-netflix/id6445996359 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Netflix, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/363590054)
- Category: Games, Action, Casual
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 26,931 App Store ratings · 859 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 271 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Latin American Spanish and 2 more
- Released: 2024-05-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonic-mania-plus-netflix/id6445996359/reviews.md

## What is Sonic Mania Plus?

NETFLIX MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED.

Run, jump and collect gold rings as Sonic, Tails or Knuckles in this speedy homage made by and for fans of the beloved franchise. '90s nostalgia and epic new boss fights await!

Experience the ultimate celebration of the world's fastest blue hedgehog in this remixed retro platformer filled with callbacks and Easter eggs from past Sonic games. Perfect for longtime fans and newcomers alike.

PLAY AS MULTIPLE CHARACTERS

• Choose your character! Go explosively fast as Sonic, soar as Tails or power around tough obstacles with Knuckles’ brute strength.

RUN, JUMP, COLLECT

• Channel your character's unique abilities to cross a landscape filled with pitfalls.
 
• Jump to avoid obstacles and enemies while collecting as many golden rings as possible. Timing is everything. If you get hit by an enemy and lose all your rings, you die!

• Solve secret puzzles to collect special rings and find hidden Chaos Emeralds as you progress further into the game.

NEW BOSSES, CLASSIC FIGHTS

• Relive the Sonic of the past with an exciting twist on classic zones while fighting new bosses and Dr. Eggman’s evil robot army.

FOR FANS, BY FANS

• Sonic Mania Plus was developed by notable designers and longtime Sonic fans Christian Whitehead, Headcannon and PagodaWest Games in collaboration with Sonic Team.

Copyright SEGA. All rights reserved. SEGA is registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. SEGA, the SEGA logo and SONIC MANIA are registered trademarks or trademarks of SEGA CORPORATION.

## Key features

- Play as Sonic, Tails, or Knuckles
- Unique character abilities
- Collect gold rings and special rings
- Solve secret puzzles
- Battle new bosses and Dr. Eggman
- Remixed classic zones

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Netflix Standard Plan | $19.99 | per month |


## Chart rankings

- #137 in Top Free · Action (US App Store)

## What do users think of Sonic Mania Plus?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Great port of a classic game
- 🎮 Good controller support
- 💰 Free with Netflix subscription

**Cons**

- 🐛 Audio issues (crackling, stuttering)
- 🔍 Small touch controls
- 📺 Doesn't fill the screen
- 🔒 Locked behind Netflix paywall

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Soft-locks in Studiopolis Zone
- Debug mode issues
- Saving problems in Flying Battery Zone
- Graphical glitches in Metallic Madness

**Most requested features**

- Bigger and customizable touch controls
- Widescreen support
- Optimization for older devices
- Standalone purchase option

## Recent user reviews (10 of 859)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonic-mania-plus-netflix/id6445996359/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Cool as heck

*2026-08-27, version 5.5.3*

Brings me so much memories of 2d I love sonic so much

### 5/5 — W

*2026-08-27, version 5.5.3*

I love sonic mania

### 1/5 — Do not get this for your kids

*2026-08-26, version 5.5.3*

I seen knuckles and tails dead on the floor and I seen sonic running after them

### 3/5 — Sonic Mania

*2026-08-25, version 5.5.3*

I Love Sonic

### 5/5 — Sonic

*2026-08-25, version 5.5.3*

For being a mobile game it’s amazing, and just a great game in general because it’s like a remastered version of the original sonic games and it’s quality has improved. As a sonic fan you should definitely get this game if you are interested in playing a sonic game that’s familiar but better.

### 1/5 — Bad.

*2026-08-24, version 5.5.3*

I died right away this game made my cortisol spike and I’m currently in the hospital.

### 1/5 — Bad

*2026-08-23, version 5.5.3*

You have to pay me super existed to play then I can’t worst game

### 5/5 — Sonic the hedgehog mania

*2026-08-21, version 5.5.3*

Sonic the hedgehog mania mobile app plus

### 5/5 — This game is awesome

*2026-08-21, version 5.5.3*

It’s just goated what else can I say

### 1/5 — I HATE THIS GAME FIX IT NOW😡😡😡😡😡🤬🤬🤬

*2026-08-20, version 5.5.3*

A CHECKPOINT IS A CHECKPOINT EVERY TIME I LOSE THE ENTIRE THING RESTARTS 1 STAR RECAMENDED

## Frequently asked questions about Sonic Mania Plus

### What is Sonic Mania Plus?

Sonic Mania Plus is a remixed retro platformer game that celebrates the classic Sonic franchise. It allows players to run, jump, and collect rings as iconic characters like Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles, featuring new boss fights and challenges within classic zones.

### What are the key features of this game?

Key features include playing as multiple characters with unique abilities, collecting gold rings and special rings, solving secret puzzles to find Chaos Emeralds, and battling new bosses and Dr. Eggman's robot army in remixed classic zones.

### Is this game free to play?

This game requires a NETFLIX membership to play. While the game itself is available to Netflix subscribers, there may be in-app purchases and ads present within the experience.

### What devices is Sonic Mania Plus compatible with?

This game is available to play on devices that support Netflix. Specific compatibility details would be found within the Netflix app itself, as it is a Netflix Original game.

### Who is this game designed for?

This game is designed for both longtime fans of the Sonic franchise who appreciate '90s nostalgia and newcomers to the series. It offers a celebration of the franchise with both familiar elements and new content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.5.3 — 2025-02-25

We've squashed bugs and made behind-the-scenes improvements to bring Netflix members the best possible gameplay experience.

### 5.3.3 — 2024-12-03

We've squashed bugs and made behind-the-scenes improvements to bring Netflix members the best possible gameplay experience.

### 5.2.1 — 2024-10-08

We're always working to bring you the best Netflix Games experience. In this release, we've made some bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 5.2.1 — 2024-10-08

We're always working to bring you the best Netflix Games experience. In this release, we've made some bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 5.1.1 — 2024-08-27

We're always working to bring you the best Netflix Games experience. In this release, we've made some bug fixes and performance improvements.

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