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===PS2 and Xbox versions=== {{Video game reviews <!-- Formatting --> | na = true <!-- Turn on platform etc. --> | PS2 = true | XBOX = true <!-- Aggregators etc. --> | MC_PS2 = 73/100<ref name="MetaPs2">{{cite web |url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/sonic-mega-collection-plus/critic-reviews/?platform=playstation-2 |title=''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' (ps2: 2004): Reviews |access-date=June 13, 2021 |website=[[Metacritic]] |archive-date=March 8, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210308110527/https://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-2/sonic-mega-collection-plus |url-status=live}}</ref> | MC_XBOX = 75/100<ref name="MetaXbx">{{cite web |url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/sonic-mega-collection-plus/critic-reviews/?platform=xbox |title=''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' (xbx: 2004): Reviews |access-date=June 13, 2021 |website=[[Metacritic]] |archive-date=September 17, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200917013946/https://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox/sonic-mega-collection-plus |url-status=live}}</ref> <!-- Reviewers etc. --> | 1UP_PS2 = B<ref name="1UPPS2">{{cite web |url=http://www.1up.com/reviews/sonic-mega-collection_3 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110524013125/http://www.1up.com/reviews/sonic-mega-collection_3 |title=''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' Review for PS2 |last=Parish |first=Jeremy |website=[[1Up Network]] |date=November 29, 2004 |archive-date=May 24, 2011 |access-date=December 4, 2008 |url-status=dead}}</ref> | EuroG_PS2 = 7/10<ref name="EuroGPS2">{{cite web | last=Bramwell | first=Tom | title=''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' review | website=[[Eurogamer]] | date=February 8, 2005 | url=https://www.eurogamer.net/r-sonicmegacollectionplus-ps2 | access-date=May 9, 2025}}</ref> | GI_PS2 = 7.5/10<ref name="GIPlus">{{cite magazine |url=https://archive.org/details/game-informer-issue-140-december-2004/page/168/mode/2up |title=Multi-Platform Quickies: ''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' |first=Jeremy |last=Zoss |magazine=[[Game Informer]] |date=December 2004 |issue=140 |page=168}}</ref> | GI_XBOX = 7.5/10<ref name="GIPlus"/> | GSpot_XBOX = 7.5/10<ref name="GameSpotXbox">{{cite web |url=http://www.gamespot.com/xbox/action/sonicmegacollectionplus/review.html |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20041103130050/http://www.gamespot.com/xbox/action/sonicmegacollectionplus/review.html |title=''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' Review |last=Score |first=Avery |website=[[GameSpot]] |publisher=[[CNET Networks]] |date=November 2, 2004 |archive-date=November 3, 2004 |access-date=May 14, 2025 |url-status=live}}</ref> | GSpy_PS2 = 4/5<ref name="GameSpyPs2">{{cite web |url=http://ps2.gamespy.com/playstation-2/sonic-mega-collection-plus/562431p1.html?fromint=1 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20050311053353/http://ps2.gamespy.com/playstation-2/sonic-mega-collection-plus/562431p1.html?fromint=1 |title=''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' (PS2) |last=Baker |first=Chris |website=[[GameSpy]] |date=November 1, 2004 |archive-date=March 11, 2005 |access-date=December 4, 2008 |url-status=live}}</ref> | GSpy_XBOX = 4/5<ref name="GameSpyXbox">{{cite web |url=http://xbox.gamespy.com/xbox/sonic-mega-collection-plus/562437p1.html?fromint=1 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20041207160247/http://xbox.gamespy.com/xbox/sonic-mega-collection-plus/562437p1.html?fromint=1 |title=''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' (Xbox) |last=Baker |first=Chris |website=[[GameSpy]] |date=November 1, 2004 |archive-date=December 7, 2004 |access-date=May 14, 2025 |url-status=live}}</ref> | GameZone_PS2 = 7.7/10<ref name="GameZonePs2">{{cite web |url=http://ps2.gamezone.com/gzreviews/r24670.htm |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090611140355/http://ps2.gamezone.com/gzreviews/r24670.htm |title=''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' Review - PlayStation 2 |author=Aceinet |website=GameZone |date=November 22, 2004 |archive-date=June 11, 2009 |access-date=December 4, 2008 |url-status=dead}}</ref> | IGN_PS2 = 7.8/10<ref name="IGNPlus">{{cite web |last1=Goldstein |first1=Hilary |title=''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2004/11/04/sonic-mega-collection-plus |website=[[IGN]] |access-date=December 16, 2018 |date=November 3, 2004 |archive-date=June 23, 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180623084143/http://www.ign.com/articles/2004/11/04/sonic-mega-collection-plus |url-status=live}}</ref> | IGN_XBOX = 7.8/10<ref name="IGNPlus"/> | OPM_PS2 = 3/5<ref name="OPMPS2">{{cite magazine |url=https://archive.org/details/official-u.-s.-playstation-magazine-issue-88-january-2005_202208/page/n97/mode/2up |title=Reviews: ''Sonic Mega Collection'' |last=Varanini |first=Giancarlo |magazine=[[Official U.S. PlayStation Magazine]] |publisher=[[Ziff Davis]] |date=January 2005 |issue=88 |page=98}}</ref> | PALGN_XBOX = 6.5/10<ref name="PALGN">{{cite web |url=http://palgn.com.au/article.php?id=2008 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20050323064941/http://palgn.com.au/article.php?id=2008 |title=''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' Review |author=Matt |website=PALGN |date=March 20, 2005 |archive-date=March 23, 2005 |access-date=May 14, 2025 |url-status=dead}}</ref> | TX_XBOX = 7.6/10<ref name="TeamXbox">{{cite web |url=http://reviews.teamxbox.com/xbox/832/Sonic-Mega-Collection-Plus/p1/ |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20041213213138/http://reviews.teamxbox.com/xbox/832/Sonic-Mega-Collection-Plus/p1/ |title=''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' Review |last=Semsey |first=Rob |website=[[TeamXbox]] |publisher=[[IGN Entertainment]] |date=November 4, 2004 |archive-date=December 13, 2004 |access-date=May 14, 2025 |url-status=dead}}</ref> <!-- Custom reviewers --> | rev1 = ''[[PlayStation World]]'' | rev1_PS2 = 7/10<ref name="PSWPS2">{{cite web |url=http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=114766&site=psw |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070627024501/http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=114766&site=psw |title=PS2 Review: ''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' |website=[[PlayStation World]] |publisher=[[Future plc]] |date=February 20, 2005 |archive-date=June 27, 2007 |access-date=May 14, 2025 |url-status=dead}}</ref> }} The Xbox version of ''Sonic Mega Collection Plus'' was also met positively, while the PS2 version received "mixed or average" reviews.<ref name="MetaPs2"/><ref name="MetaXbx"/> Avery Score of ''GameSpot'', Chris Baker of ''[[GameSpy]]'', and Hilary Goldstein of ''IGN'' lauded the compilation’s low price for its amount of games, assessing it as an excellent deal.<ref name="GameSpotXbox"/><ref name="GameSpyPs2"/><ref name="IGNPlus"/> Aceinet of ''GameZone'' and Rob Semsey of ''[[TeamXbox]]'' noted the charm of revisiting the series' prime, with the core games still holding up due to their speed, level design, and gameplay.<ref name="GameZonePs2"/><ref name="TeamXbox"/> Jeremy Zoss of ''Game Informer'' and Matt of ''PALGN'' highlighted its appeal to both longtime fans and newcomers curious about gaming history.<ref name="GIPlus"/><ref name="PALGN"/> Matt, ''[[1Up Network]]''{{'}}s Jeremy Parish, and ''Eurogamer''{{'}}s Tom Bramwell advised owners of the GameCube version against repurchasing, as they considered the Game Gear titles lackluster and the unlockable games tedious to access.<ref name="1UPPS2"/><ref name="EuroGPS2"/><ref name="PALGN"/> Like the GameCube version, the emulation was described as near-perfect, accurately replicating the original Genesis and Game Gear games’ look, sound, and feel, including glitches and slowdowns.{{efn|<ref name="1UPPS2"/><ref name="GameSpotXbox"/><ref name="GameSpyPs2"/><ref name="IGNPlus"/><ref name="PALGN"/><ref name="TeamXbox"/>}} Goldstein called the collection "the best emulations on any console or handheld to date", while Score and Matt noted that flaws like framerate stutters persisted due to the direct ROM emulation.<ref name="GameSpotXbox"/><ref name="PALGN"/> Baker and Goldstein noticed a black border around the screen, but did not consider it a significant distraction.<ref name="GameSpyPs2"/><ref name="IGNPlus"/> Goldstein noted the colorful Genesis games as a "refreshing change" from modern grim visuals, but he observed minor [[Ghosting (television)|ghosting]] in the backgrounds, and said that the Game Gear titles looked "gruesome" when scaled up.<ref name="IGNPlus"/> Parish criticized the blurry, interpolated Game Gear visuals with no option for crisp pixels,<ref name="1UPPS2"/> and Semsey noted that playing the Game Gear titles in full-screen exacerbated their blurriness.<ref name="TeamXbox"/> Score, Matt, and Semsey praised the convenience of the ability to save progress at any time, though Score noted it could feel like "cheating" for purists, as it altered the original experience.<ref name="GameSpotXbox"/><ref name="PALGN"/><ref name="TeamXbox"/> The core ''Sonic'' games were again regarded as standout titles. Parish and Goldstein praised their precise emulation, innovative level design, and enduring appeal,<ref name="1UPPS2"/><ref name="IGNPlus"/> and Baker noted their ability to evoke marvel at their speed.<ref name="GameSpyPs2"/> Parish highlighted ''2'' and ''Knuckles'' as the strongest, citing ''2''{{'}}s "finely-honed action" and ''Knuckles''{{'}}s "lush graphics and thoughtful level design". However, he noted the simplicity of the ''Sonic'' formula compared to ''Super Mario''{{'}}s exploration-focused gameplay.<ref name="1UPPS2"/> Aceinet argued ''2'' and ''3'' better captured the essence of ''Sonic'' than the first game.<ref name="GameZonePs2"/> ''Dr. Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine'' was a standout among the spin-off titles. Score, Baker, and Semsey noted its lasting appeal, with Baker saying it could "keep you busy for hours".<ref name="GameSpotXbox"/><ref name="GameSpyPs2"/><ref name="TeamXbox"/> Parish found the game "strange" after ''[[Puyo Puyo]]''{{'}}s introduction in America,<ref name="1UPPS2"/> and Bramwell questioned the inclusion of the Game Gear version given the Genesis version.<ref name="EuroGPS2"/> The Game Gear titles were regarded as the weakest part of the collection. Parish, Baker, and Goldstein found most of the Game Gear games sluggish, blurry, or nearly unplayable on large TVs due to resolution issues and doubled pixels.<ref name="1UPPS2"/><ref name="GameSpyPs2"/><ref name="IGNPlus"/> Bramwell, Baker, and Semsey cited ''Sonic the Hedgehog'' and ''Sonic Chaos'' as exceptions, deeming them decent 8-bit versions of the Genesis formula.<ref name="EuroGPS2"/><ref name="GameSpyPs2"/><ref name="TeamXbox"/> Parish described the Game Gear ports as "awful" and "clumsy" compared to Genesis titles,<ref name="1UPPS2"/> while Zoss noted their visuals "made [his] eyes catch fire".<ref name="GIPlus"/> Bramwell called ''Sonic Drift'' "terrible" and physically nauseating.<ref name="EuroGPS2"/> Semsey acknowledged their appeal for nostalgia or for players who never owned a Game Gear,<ref name="TeamXbox"/> but Matt argued they added little to the package.<ref name="PALGN"/> The unlockable non-''Sonic'' titles were a welcome addition. Score, Baker, and Goldstein highlighted ''Comix Zone'' as a fan favorite for its unique comic-book style,<ref name="GameSpotXbox"/><ref name="GameSpyPs2"/><ref name="IGNPlus"/> Parish saw ''Ristar'' as the most entertaining while describing ''Flicky'' and ''The Ooze'' as forgettable.<ref name="1UPPS2"/> Parish and Baker criticized the tedious unlocking process, with Parish calling it "laborious drudgery".<ref name="1UPPS2"/><ref name="GameSpyPs2"/> Bramwell likened it to waiting for a secret track on a music compilation CD 30 times.<ref name="EuroGPS2"/> The absence of ''Sonic CD'' was a continuing disappointment, with Baker noting its divisive reputation but strong fanbase.<ref name="GameSpotXbox"/><ref name="GameSpyPs2"/><ref name="OPMPS2"/><ref name="PALGN"/> Other noted omissions included ''SegaSonic the Hedgehog'',<ref name="GameSpyPs2"/><ref name="PALGN"/> ''[[Sonic the Hedgehog: Triple Trouble]]'',<ref name="GameSpyPs2"/> ''Knuckles Chaotix'', ''Sonic the Fighters'', and ''Sonic R''.<ref name="PALGN"/> Reactions to the supplementary material were lukewarm. Score and Semsey appreciated the readable Sonic the Hedgehog "Firsts" comic and zoomable manuals,<ref name="GameSpotXbox"/><ref name="TeamXbox"/> but Matt felt the extras "scraped the barrel" and lacked depth compared to the GameCube version's unique content.<ref name="PALGN"/> Matt and ''[[PlayStation World]]'' noted the extras were underwhelming for fans expecting more memorabilia,<ref name="PALGN"/><ref name="PSWPS2"/> and Parish found the ''[[Sonic Heroes]]'' movies mediocre.<ref name="1UPPS2"/> Bramwell praised the menu's clean design with faded game footage.<ref name="EuroGPS2"/> The PlayStation 2 version of ''Mega Collection Plus'' received a "Platinum" sales award from the [[Entertainment and Leisure Software Publishers Association]] (ELSPA),<ref name=platinumelspa>{{cite web |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090515224703/http://www.elspa.com/?i=3944 |url=http://www.elspa.com:80/?i=3944 |title=ELSPA Sales Awards: Platinum |work=[[Entertainment and Leisure Software Publishers Association]] |archive-date=May 15, 2009 |url-status=dead }}</ref> indicating sales of at least 300,000 copies in the United Kingdom.<ref name=gamasutrasales>{{cite web|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170918063107/https://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/112220/ELSPA_Wii_Fit_Mario_Kart_Reach_Diamond_Status_In_UK.php |url=https://www.gamedeveloper.com/game-platforms/elspa-i-wii-fit-mario-kart-i-reach-diamond-status-in-uk |title=ELSPA: ''Wii Fit'', ''Mario Kart'' Reach Diamond Status In UK | author=Caoili, Eric | date=November 26, 2008 |work=[[Gamasutra]] |archive-date=September 18, 2017 |url-status=live}}</ref>
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