Sonic Mania finally gets an August release date

Sonic Mania is almost here! Today, Sega unveiled a brand-new trailer featuring sketch animation to announce an August 15 launch date for the game, as well as reveal a $20 ($26 Canada) price point, making Sonic Mania an amazing experience at a fantastic price. Fans can pre-order the game digitally now for Xbox One and PC here. The previously announced Collector’s Edition of Sonic Mania can be pre-ordered here for a limited time.

Developed by Christian Whitehead, Headcannon, and PagodaWest Games in collaboration with Sega of America, Sonic Mania celebrates the best of Classic Sonic, pushing the envelope forward with stunning 60 FPS gameplay and pixel-perfect physics. Play as Sonic, Tails and Knuckles as you race through all-new Zones and fully reimagined classics, each filled with exciting surprises and powerful bosses. Harness Sonic’s new drop dash, Tails’ flight, and Knuckles’ climbing abilities to overcome the evil Dr. Eggman’s robots. Discover a myriad of never-before-seen hidden paths and secrets. Welcome to the next level for the world’s fastest blue hedgehog!