You know when a game hits that expectation curve of following up on a game it really doesn't do.
That's this game.

With it's defect physics and cube terrains all gloriously wrapped in an disgustingly overpriced package of NEW Zones spontaneously dishing out the most creative gimmicks the series has seen in a very long time there is that unhinged Sega quality that simply puts a stupid grin on my face.

Yes, it's no mania, it's secretly sonic 4 episode 3 & Knuckles and balance is at last restored.