Sonic Mania is a PC platformer that pays homage to the classic Sega Genesis Sonic games (Sonic 1, 2, 3), with pixel art graphics, fast-paced gameplay, and new levels mixed with remade classics. For PC players who grew up with Genesis Sonic, what’s the most nostalgic part of Sonic Mania—Was it revisiting remade zones like Green Hill Zone or Chemical Plant Zone (with new twists), hearing remixed versions of iconic Sonic music, or the return of classic power-ups (like the Chaos Emeralds and Super Sonic)? How does Sonic Mania compare to the original Genesis games in terms of difficulty—Did it strike the right balance between challenging platforming and accessible fun, or was it too easy/hard for longtime fans? Additionally, Sonic Mania has a ‘Encore Mode’ with new character abilities and level layouts—Did this mode add enough replayability, or did you prefer sticking to the classic ‘Mania Mode’? Finally, Sonic has had many modern games (like Sonic Frontiers)—Do you think Sonic Mania is the best Sonic game in recent years, and does it prove that the franchise’s retro formula is still viable?