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Fatal Fury 2

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Also known as
ACA NeoGeo: Fatal Fury 2 AkeAka NeoGeo: Garō Densetsu 2 - Arata-naru Tatakai Garō Densetsu 2: Arata-naru Tatakai Nettō Garō Densetsu 2: Arata-naru Tatakai アケアカNEOGEO 餓狼伝説2 〜新たなる闘い〜 熱闘餓狼伝説2・あらたるたたかい 餓狼伝説2・新たなる闘い

This fighting game refines the combat system with new special moves and a larger roster of international fighters.

Fatal Fury 2 was originally released in arcades in 1992. The SNES version was released in 1993 (Japan in November 1993, North America in 1994). The earliest worldwide commercial release on the SNES platform was 1993.

About Fatal Fury 2

Fatal Fury 2 is a fighting game where players engage in one-on-one duels using punches and kicks. The conflict centers on a new tournament organized by Wolfgang Krauser, following the earlier defeat of Geese Howard.

Combat involves a selection of eight fighters, including Terry Bogard and Mai Shiranui, who must face four boss opponents. The control scheme is built around four attack buttons, representing an increase in complexity from the original title.

A key feature is the two-plane battle system, which allows fighters to occupy either the foreground or background. Movement between these planes is now performed with a single button combination, rather than being restricted.

Fatal Fury 2 Screenshots

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Title Screen
In Game
Options menu
Select your fighter (out of 8 available) and your first competitor
Brotherly Love: Andy Bogard vs. Terry Bogard in the canals of Venice
Jubei Yamada jumps from the background, through a dressing screen, to the foreground. An example of the pseudo 3D gameplay.
Fighting on a train. There's some famous scenery in the background. Again, also notice how Joe Higashi moves from one plane to another
Martial arts battle: Joe Higashi vs. Kim Kaphwan
The Hong Kong stage: Cheng Sinzan vs. Terry Bogard
Andy Bogard uses his special uppercut against Mai Shiranui
Joe Higashi plants his knee in Big Bear's face
Korea: Kim Kaphwan vs. Mai Shiranui