Summary
- Genres: Platform
- Platforms: Nintendo Entertainment System
- Developers: Active Enterprises
- Publishers: Active Enterprises
Cheetahmen II: The Unreleased Gem of the Action 52 Era
Cheetahmen II is a rare and unreleased video game developed by Accolade for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). It was originally intended to be a sequel to the 1990 game Cheetahmen, which was released as part of the Action 52 cartridge. However, Cheetahmen II was never officially released, and only 1,500 copies of the game are known to exist.
The game was discovered in 1996 in a warehouse, and the cartridges were eventually put on sale on the secondary market. All copies of the game were reused Action 52 cartridges, some with a small gold sticker reading “Cheetamen II”. This cartridge is now very rare and hard to find, though numerous ROM images exist on the Internet.
Gameplay
Cheetahmen II is a side-scrolling action game in which the player controls one of three Cheetahmen (Aries, Apollo, and Hercules). The game is divided into six levels, each with its own unique boss. The player must defeat all of the bosses in order to complete the game.
The Cheetahmen have a variety of attacks at their disposal, including punches, kicks, and special moves. They can also collect power-ups that give them increased strength, speed, and invincibility.
One of the unique features of Cheetahmen II is the ability to switch between the three Cheetahmen at any time. This allows the player to take advantage of each Cheetahman’s unique abilities. For example, Aries is the fastest of the three Cheetahmen, while Hercules is the strongest.
Development
Cheetahmen II was developed by Accolade in 1993. The game was originally intended to be released in 1994, but it was delayed due to a number of factors, including the bankruptcy of Accolade.
In 1996, 1,500 copies of Cheetahmen II were discovered in a warehouse. These cartridges were eventually put on sale on the secondary market, and they quickly became a sought-after collector’s item.
Legacy
Cheetahmen II is a rare and unreleased gem from the Action 52 era. Despite never being officially released, the game has become a cult classic among retro game enthusiasts. The game is known for its challenging gameplay, unique characters, and innovative features.
Cheetahmen II has been featured in a number of publications, including Retro Gamer magazine and The Video Game Collector’s Bible. The game has also been the subject of several documentaries and fan-made videos.
Conclusion
Cheetahmen II is a fascinating and unique piece of video game history. The game is a testament to the creativity and innovation of the early days of the video game industry. Despite never being officially released, Cheetahmen II has become a beloved classic among retro game enthusiasts.
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