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Sonic Mania - Pre-Order Trailer (out August 15th)
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Considering they never even got a chance to finish Sonic 4, I think they're content to just let it fade into obscurity and never refer to the numbers again.
I look forward to Sonic MegaManiaMix in 2020.
Steam version comes with a 10% discount, regular price is £14.99 as well.
There's 3rd party stores that sell the Steam version with a slightly higher discount too:
https://uk.gamesplanet.com/game/sonic-mania-steam-key--3288-1
One, £13.49 is the sale price. Two, buddy, it's £13.49. If that's not a low enough price, I don't know what to tell you.
This right here is being the enemy of our plight.
Well... I want a dynamic 3d generations type sonic, with multiple characters that can navigate levels differently, and through subsequently playthoughs can possible cause new ways to open up by how the previous character handled the level. An actual expansion 3d gameplay with elements from the classics brought it to coalesces into an experience that brings people together around sonic in 3d.
This is Super Dope though, i'm copping the shit out of mania.
Avenger54321
Member
I smiled harder than I have in a long time while watching that trailer. I can't wait for this game.
moltonasty
Member
Holy shit dat shade @ Sonic 4
"1, 2, 3, K, M"
"1, 2, 3, K, M"
How can anyone look at this game at that price-point and think they're getting ripped off...?
holy shit a game literally everyone threw shade at
Friend of Sonic
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Yep, I'm buying multiple copies, gifts for friends. This is when we make sure that we respond to Sega accordingly. I never fucking thought we'd get legitimate 2D Sonic again
£1.50 difference on different platforms (console vs. PC) is enough to make you wait three - six months?
You were never going to buy this day one.
Except critics. The DmC of the Sonic franchise.
I love how people can get so outraged about a £1.50 difference at different stores.
You're saving the world buddy. Truly the hero we deserve.
Friend of Sonic
Member
Half tempted to offer the guy a 1.50 refund if he messages me on launch day with proof of purchase
RareFantasy64
Member
They should do a spiritual successor to Sonic Adventure 2 in the vein of Mania to 2D Sonic as a celebration of Dreamcast era Sega
Completely agree. Getting this on Switch, Steam and PS4
Agreed. I'd love it if a Mania sequel went more for a Sega Saturn level of 2D graphic quality. I know they wanted this game to feel like a lost 2D Saturn Sega title and it is absolutely gorgeous, but I feel it generally looks closer to 16-bit 2D than it does to 32-bit 2D
You are absolutely right. I'm buying this on Switch, Steam and PS4. We have to make a statement of insane support with this game
Completely agree. Getting this on Switch, Steam and PS4
Agreed. I'd love it if a Mania sequel went more for a Sega Saturn level of 2D graphic quality. I know they wanted this game to feel like a lost 2D Saturn Sega title and it is absolutely gorgeous, but I feel it generally looks closer to 16-bit 2D than it does to 32-bit 2D
You are absolutely right. I'm buying this on Switch, Steam and PS4. We have to make a statement of insane support with this game
BigEmil
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It's not about the price I know the difference isn't much but they're basically showing the middle finger to those not buying it on Steam.
They could've easily done the discount for other platforms too but nah
Disagree. The level of color and fluidity of animation is well above what the Genesis could do, not to mention the minor 3D effects like the shattering glass in Studiopolis or the fully-3D Special Stage rings.
Yes, clearly the intent of people working their ass off on this game is too throw a fuck you to people buying it anywhere else.
You're being very silly right now. Price differences at different retailers have been a thing for years and years. It's how the world works.
You are a good friend, very supportive.
BigEmil
Junior Member
What's your post got to do with the discount only on one platform? Nothing, my point still stands
More 32X than Saturn, which I think was mentioned by Whitehead in an interview.
Edit: Oh, Iizuka.
Would be cool for a sequel and a bigger budget to go full-Saturn.
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No denying that.
What? Since when does Sonic sell better on Nintendo platforms? (If you're including the exclusive games, that isn't fair.)
It *is* a new PS4 game. =)
Lol some of you all are so up in arms over PC discount prices.
RoyaleDuke
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I'm crying because that was beautiful, not because I'm sad.
BlackClouds
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Trailer of the year? That was some good stuff. The whole thing basically promotes that they "get it". They know what they are doing.
32X would be a fair comparison - but then that'd still be 32-bit. :v
There are only 4 sentences in my post. It's the third one.
Again, this is a total non-issue. It's £1.50, Steam made a deal for a (very) small discount (as they do very often), and it hardly makes a difference with the other storefronts. Nobody is showing anyone the middle finger. It's a commercial enterprise, there's no reason to take it personally. It's nothing to get indignant about.
If you don't think the product is worth the money, that's fine. But you already claimed it's not about the money for you, it's about the principle. Which is a very weird hill to die on. There are actual issues in the world worth that kind of energy. This is just having to pay less than 2 quid less if you buy it through a certain website. It's not the end of the world.
Friend of Sonic
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He's my best bud, I'd risk it all for Sonic the Hedgehog
Danny Dudekisser
I paid good money for this Dynex!
It's like... $2. Get over yourself.
RareFantasy64
Member
Those are helpful points. I'm no expert on 2D so I'm probably wrong on my assessment from the other post
'The general rule for the art of Sonic Mania was to be above the level of Genesis, but under the level of Saturn.'
They definitely nailed that. It's such a pretty game
timetokill
Banned
This is gonna feel so right on Switch. Finally a Sonic game to look forward to.
Mister_Ruck
Member
Aw. That trailer was so cute.
Mate it's a couple of quid. Get over it.
Buddy Mcpuddy
Member
Seeing Toei Sonic back brought a huge smile to my face, I'll be nabbing this day one on Switch.
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Jimnymebob
Member
Woah woah woah, let's not go too far. DmC was a bad DMC (although I'd put DmC DE up there with 1, 3 SE and 4 SE as the best in the series), but it did have redeeming features.
At least when Dante was walking vertically along a pipe it was an intentional part of the story, and not just wonky physics.
Tyraniboah
Member
No. It doesn't. PC routinely ends up having cheaper games, even at launch, than just about every platform. The difference is $2 US anyway. As other posters have said, energy spent on the "principle" of the matter is better spent on actual issues worth more than $2. If you're that worried about the money, wait a couple of months for the inevitable Xbox or PlayStation sale. They'll knock the price down at least 10%. Take a deep breath and relax
evilromero
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I would love some tracks from Spencer Nilsen but I'm guessing that kind of arrangement and to achieve the same level of recording quality would be too pricey for this project.
Aaron Strife
Banned
Reminds me of Generations' stages borrowing elements from other zones, like the poles from Hydrocity appearing in Seaside Hill's underwater sections.Man this trailer was so good. Gotta love the fuck you to Sonic 4.
I wonder if Present and Future will show up for Stardust Speedway.
This is a great take on this boss. As the trash compactor walls close in the trash is displaced upwards inching you closer to being able to hit the laser. I wonder if it fires lasers like it did in Sonic 2 and 3&K or if it's more like a magnet. You can briefly see a flicky flying away, so apparently there will be badniks to fight in the trash pit.
Stardust Speedway Past be borrowing this idea from Marble Garden.
It's actually pretty frustrating that there are people who think this way. I think Sonic Mania is way too cheap as it is without people getting angry that other platforms have it slightly cheaper. If the rest of the game's up to the standard we've seen so far and the "bigger than Generations" comment is accurate, £15 is a steal.
This is just...wow. Holy shit.
WHY ISN'T THIS GAME GETTING A PHYSICAL RELEASE!? I know it's been said more than a few times, but it makes no sense damn it! It would have such amazing boxart.
Also, we need an entire series with the animation present in this trailer. Great stuff.
WHY ISN'T THIS GAME GETTING A PHYSICAL RELEASE!? I know it's been said more than a few times, but it makes no sense damn it! It would have such amazing boxart.
Also, we need an entire series with the animation present in this trailer. Great stuff.
The Hermit
Member
As God intended.
NOLA_Gaffer
Banned
I'd love to own this on a Switch cart but I guess I'll just suck it up and buy digital for a change. Ugh.
Garrett Hawke
Member
I've never played a sonic game but that was a cute trailer.
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