PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC vs Sonic Mania
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Sonic Mania wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Sonic Mania is $13.70 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC | Sonic Mania |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 58 | 72 |
| Quality | 72 | 91 |
| Value | 70 | 70 |
| Popularity | 23 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $17.99 | $4.29 |
| Steam Review Score | 90.1% positive | 94.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 16 | 107 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC | Sonic Mania |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 25, 2025 | August 29, 2017 |
| Developers | NOW PRODUCTION Co., Ltd. | Christian Whitehead, Headcannon |
| Publishers | Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. | SEGA |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 11 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i3-8100 / AMD Ryzen 3 3100 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | ８ GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GT 1030 / AMD Radeon HD 7790 / Intel Arc A310 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 11 GB available space | — |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | Estimated performance: 1080p/60fps with graphics settings at "High". Framerate might drop in graphics-intensive scenes. | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC or Sonic Mania?
Sonic Mania won the comparison against PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC worth buying over Sonic Mania?
Based on the metrics, Sonic Mania won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Too close to call currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:38 PM UTC