Rather than adapting an arcade game, Sega made this 1991 sequel directly for the Mega Drive and Genesis. Ax Battler, Tyris Flare and Gilius Thunderhead return to recover the Golden Axe from a new villain, Dark Guld, fighting through forests, villages, ruins and castles in the same side-scrolling style as the first game.
The most important change is how magic works. Instead of automatically using every collected potion, players can now choose how much of their meter to spend, letting them cast a small spell to clear a few enemies or save up for something devastating. Thieves still run through the stages carrying potion pouches and food, and creatures called bizarrians can be knocked off and ridden, including mounts that breathe fire. The graphics and enemy designs were refreshed, and a duel mode pits players against waves of opponents. Some fans find it a little safe compared with the original, but it is a solid two-player brawler.
Tips for Golden Axe II
Hold the magic button and watch the meter to pick a spell strength, rather than dumping all potions at once.
Knock riders off their mounts and take the creatures for yourself; their attacks keep crowds at a distance.
Chase down the thieves between stages to collect extra potions and health.
How to Play Golden Axe Ii
Click Play Now to launch Golden Axe Ii directly in your browser — no downloads or plugins needed. Arrows walk in eight directions, Z uses magic, X attacks, and C jumps; press attack and jump together for a back-attack. Enter pauses. You can also connect a USB or Bluetooth gamepad for a more authentic feel.
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What genre is Golden Axe Ii?
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