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Rolling Thunder 2

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Also known as
RT2 ローリングサンダー2

This run and gun sequel features challenging arcade combat to rescue hostages.

Rolling Thunder 2 was originally released in arcades in 1990, and the Sega Genesis version was released in 1991.

About Rolling Thunder 2

Rolling Thunder 2 is a side-scrolling action game where players assume the roles of agents Albert Ross or Leila. Their mission is to confront a terrorist organization responsible for disrupting global information networks.

The core gameplay involves shooting enemies while navigating stages. Players begin with a standard handgun but can acquire more powerful armaments during the mission. The arcade release featured a two-player cooperative mode.

The Sega Genesis adaptation expanded upon the original with entirely new stages, enemies, and boss encounters. Existing levels were modified to include additional protective cover and bonus items. This version also integrated two new weapons, a laser and a flamethrower, into the arsenal.

Narrative elements were enhanced through extended cutscenes between stages. A password system was implemented, allowing players to resume progress from any stage they had already reached.

Rolling Thunder 2 Screenshots

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Title screen
Leila, the female protagonist
Albert Ross, just another James Bond.
Get extra ammo from doors with a sign next to it. Some even contain special features, but often a trap as well.
Hide in doorways when the streets get too crowded.
The first real boss: a huge robot.
Fighting more than ten enemies at once is not uncommon.
The backdrops sometimes get a little busy, especially when there are lots of tiny bullets flying around.
The boss unleashes hordes of enemies.
The Egyptian themed level
The flamethrower is the most powerful weapon at close range.
The final boss in his first form.