: Players can enable CRT-style screen filters to enhance the retro feel, which look particularly vibrant on the Switch's portable screen. Core Gameplay & Modes

: Expansion of the local multiplayer mode from two to four players. Secrets & Unlockables

: The base game features Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles, each with their signature abilities (e.g., Sonic’s new Drop Dash, Tails’ flight, and Knuckles’ gliding/climbing).

: The game features "remixed" classic zones (like Green Hill and Chemical Plant) alongside entirely original ones (like Studiopolis and Mirage Saloon).

Sonic Mania is packed with hidden features accessible via the title screen :