Jazz Jackrabbit 2 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jazz Jackrabbit 2 |
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| Developer(s) | Epic MegaGames |
| Publisher(s) | Windows
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| Producer(s) | Robert A. Allen Cliff Bleszinski |
| Designer(s) | Nick Stadler Cliff Bleszinski |
| Programmer(s) | Arjan Brussee |
| Artist(s) | Nick Stadler |
| Composer(s) | Alexander Brandon |
| Series | Jazz Jackrabbit |
| Platform(s) | Windows, Classic Mac OS |
| Release date(s) | Windows
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| Genre(s) | Side-scrolling platform game |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Jazz Jackrabbit 2 is an exciting platform game that came out in 1998. It was made by a company called Epic MegaGames. The game was first released for Windows computers, and later for Macintosh computers.
Just like the first game, Jazz Jackrabbit, this game is a side-scrolling adventure. This means you move your character from one side of the screen to the other. Jazz Jackrabbit 2 also added cool new ways to play with friends. You could play together using a LAN or even over the Internet. In 2017, the game was re-released on GOG.com so more people could enjoy it.
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Playing the Game: How to Play Jazz Jackrabbit 2
Jazz Jackrabbit 2 is a 2D side-scroller. This means the game looks flat, like a cartoon, and you move left or right. It mixes parts of shooting and platforming games.
As you play, you move through many levels filled with enemies and tricky obstacles. Your main goal is to reach the exit sign at the end of each level. To do this, you'll need to run, jump, and shoot or stomp on enemies.
Meet the Characters: Jazz, Spaz, and Lori
You get to pick from different characters to play the game. At first, you can choose Jazz or Spaz. Later, in special game versions, you can also play as Lori. Each character has their own unique moves:
- Jazz can jump super high, helping him reach tall places.
- Spaz can do a cool double jump, letting him jump again in mid-air.
- Lori can dash quickly through enemies, which is great for getting past them.
All characters have a gun that shoots endless projectiles. But you can also find special ammo! This ammo gives you stronger weapons with different effects. You might find a flamethrower, a freeze ray, or even explosives!
Power-Ups and Items: Boost Your Game
As you explore the levels, you'll find many helpful items and power-ups. These can give you an advantage:
- 1-up gives you an extra life, so you can keep playing if you get hurt.
- Food items give you a "sugar rush" when you collect enough. This makes you invincible for a short time!
- Diamonds also give you an extra life when you collect enough of them.
- Carrots boost your health, helping you stay strong.
- Birds in a cage will fly with you and shoot at enemies once freed.
- Rapid fire makes your gun shoot faster without you needing to tap the button quickly.
You will also find coins scattered around the levels. These coins are like money. If you collect enough, you can find a merchant. The merchant will teleport you to a secret spot in the level. These secret spots are usually full of power-ups and other cool goodies!
Playing with Friends: Multiplayer Modes
Jazz Jackrabbit 2 has great multiplayer options. You can play with up to four friends on the same screen. If you play online, up to 32 players can join! The game also supports local network play.
There are five fun multiplayer game modes:
- Cooperative: Players work together to complete the main game levels.
- Battle: This is like a deathmatch, where players try to defeat each other.
- Race: The first player to finish all the laps wins the game.
- Treasure Hunt: Players race to collect 100 diamonds and then find the exit.
- Capture the Flag: Teams try to grab the other team's flag and bring it back to their base.
Game Story: Jazz's Big Adventure
The story of Jazz Jackrabbit 2 starts with a bad guy named Devan Shell. He builds a time machine because he wants to change history and get rid of all hares. To finish his machine, Devan steals Jazz and Eva's wedding ring!
Jazz, our hero, must chase his enemy Devan Shell through different times to get the ring back. When Devan's plans start to fail, he lets out demons from Hell and even turns into a demon himself! But Jazz is brave and manages to defeat Devan. He gets the ring back and finally marries Eva.
Making the Game: Development of Jazz Jackrabbit 2
Jazz Jackrabbit 2 was made by Epic MegaGames, which is now known as Epic Games. It was created as a follow-up to the first Jazz Jackrabbit game. The game's creation was accidentally confirmed back in 1994. It was released in 1998 for PC computers running Windows, and later for Macintosh computers.
A cool feature of Jazz Jackrabbit 2 is that it came with a level editor called Jazz Creation Station (JCS). This allowed players to create their very own levels! However, this editor was not included in the Mac versions or the free demo versions of the game.
Different Game Versions: Releases of Jazz Jackrabbit 2
Over time, Jazz Jackrabbit 2 had several different versions and releases.
This was a free demo game released on April 10, 1998. It had three single-player levels and two multiplayer levels. It was made to let people try the game before buying it. The single-player levels from this demo were later included in the full game.
Holiday Hare '98
This special Christmas edition came out on November 6, 1998, in North America. Unlike the demo, this was a full game you could buy. It included three new single-player levels, a new boss to fight, and extra multiplayer levels.
The Secret Files
This Easter edition was released on March 15, 1999, in Europe. This version introduced Jazz's sister, Lori, as a new character you could play! It also added an extra story episode to the original game called The Secret Files. This episode had three different areas, each with three levels. It even brought back some old designs from the first Jazz Jackrabbit game.
Released in 1999, this was a free demo version to promote The Secret Files. It was similar to the standard demo but let you play as Lori. It also included two new single-player levels in addition to the regular demo levels.
The Christmas Chronicles
This was an improved version of Holiday Hare '98. It also featured Lori as a playable character. It was planned for release on November 25, 1999, in Europe. However, the company that was supposed to release it went out of business. It was eventually released in Poland and later had a limited release in Europe. This version was based on the improved game engine from The Secret Files.
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In Spanish: Jazz Jackrabbit 2 para niños
