#The depraved Rolling Thunder 2 runs ‘n’ weapons into the Arcade Archives – Destructoid
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The depraved Rolling Thunder 2 runs ‘n’ weapons into the Arcade Archives – Destructoid
We’ve been anticipating you, Mr. Bont
Hamster has introduced an actual gem to the Arcade Archives this week, with the arrival of Namco’s superior run ‘n’ gun sequel Rolling Thunder 2, now accessible to obtain on PS4 and Nintendo Change.
Launched to arcades in 1991, as a launch for Namco’s common System 2 {hardware}, Rolling Thunder 2 sees a returning Agent Albatross as soon as once more taking the battle to the villainous GELDRA group, who plan to grab a colony of satellites for domination of the celebrities. Aiding Albatross in his mission is the attractive agent Leila, who steps out of her unique damsel-in-distress function to throw slightly lead in hurt’s method.
Because the WCPO brokers, one or two gamers battle via flat-planed, two-level platforming motion, taking up a military of evil henchmen and making certain that laser-fast reactions and ahead planning whereas stopping the delicate duo from biting the mud. Very like within the unique, additional ammo and weaponry might be picked up on-site, and refuge might be discovered by ducking into helpful doorways.
Try the motion within the video beneath, courtesy of YouTuber Media Pool.
Rolling Thunder 2, whereas sustaining near-identical gameplay to its predecessor, is a surprisingly pleasurable title even at this time, because of its breathless sport ‘n’ gunplay, necessity for quick reactions, and funky, jazzy soundtrack. The sequel would obtain a properly handed Sega Mega Drive port shortly after its arcade debut, which is how most followers may have skilled the sequel.
A second sequel, Rolling Thunder 3, was launched for Sega Genesis in 1993, however this was restricted to North America and represents the sequence swansong. I’m a giant fan of the sequence, significantly the primary two titles. And I hope that, someplace down the road, a brand new sequel, remaster, or remake might be thought of for this pioneering motion sequence.
Till such a day, Rolling Thunder 2 is on the market now on PS4 and Nintendo Change, priced at round $8.
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