Summary
- Release Year: 1993
- Genres: Fighting
- Platforms: Super Famicom, Super Nintendo Entertainment System
- Developers: Tose
- Publishers: Bandai
Dragon Ball Z: Super Butouden 2 (1993)
Released in 1993, Dragon Ball Z: Super Butouden 2 is a side-scrolling fighting game developed by Bandai for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). It is the second installment in the Super Butouden series, and the first to be released on a home console. The game features a roster of 14 playable characters, including Goku, Vegeta, Trunks, and Cell, and follows the story of the Cell Saga from the Dragon Ball Z anime series.
Super Butouden 2 introduces several new features to the series, including the ability to charge ki blasts, perform special moves in the air, and use environment objects to your advantage. The game also features a new “Dramatic Battle” mode, which allows players to recreate iconic scenes from the anime series.
Super Butouden 2 was a critical and commercial success, selling over 2 million copies worldwide. It is considered to be one of the best fighting games on the SNES, and is still enjoyed by fans today.
Gameplay
Super Butouden 2 is a side-scrolling fighting game in which players control one of 14 characters from the Dragon Ball Z universe. The game features a variety of game modes, including a single-player story mode, a versus mode, and a tournament mode.
The game’s controls are simple and easy to learn. Players use the D-pad to move their character, and the A and B buttons to attack. The L and R buttons are used to block and dodge, and the Y button is used to charge ki blasts.
Super Butouden 2 features a variety of different attacks, including punches, kicks, ki blasts, and special moves. Each character has their own unique set of attacks, and players must learn how to use them effectively in order to win.
The game’s story mode follows the events of the Cell Saga from the Dragon Ball Z anime series. Players control Goku and his friends as they battle against Cell and his minions. The story mode is divided into several chapters, each of which features a different boss battle.
Characters
Super Butouden 2 features a roster of 14 playable characters, including:
- Goku
- Vegeta
- Trunks
- Gohan
- Piccolo
- Krillin
- Yamcha
- Tien
- Chiaotzu
- Nappa
- Raditz
- Frieza
- Cell
- Perfect Cell
Each character has their own unique strengths and weaknesses. Goku is a well-rounded character with good attack and defense, while Vegeta is a powerful attacker but has weaker defense. Trunks is a fast and agile character, while Gohan is a powerful fighter with a variety of ki blasts.
Graphics and Sound
Super Butouden 2 features colorful and detailed graphics. The characters are well-animated, and the backgrounds are lush and detailed. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, with catchy tunes that fit the game’s fast-paced action.
Legacy
Super Butouden 2 is considered to be one of the best fighting games on the SNES. It was a critical and commercial success, and is still enjoyed by fans today. The game’s success led to the development of several sequels, including Dragon Ball Z: Hyper Dimension (1996) and Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Battle 22 (2002).
Super Butouden 2 is a classic fighting game that is still worth playing today. It’s a great way to experience the Dragon Ball Z universe, and it’s a lot of fun to play with friends.
Conclusion
Dragon Ball Z: Super Butouden 2 is a must-play for fans of the series and fighting games alike. With its fast-paced combat, iconic characters, and stunning visuals, it’s easy to see why this SNES classic remains a fan favorite today.
Review Score
8.5/10
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