Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (8-bit) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sonic the Hedgehog 2 |
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| Developer(s) | Aspect |
| Publisher(s) | Sega |
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| Series | Sonic the Hedgehog |
| Platform(s) | Master System, Game Gear |
| Release date(s) | Master System
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| Genre(s) | Platform game |
| Mode(s) | Single player |
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Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is a super fast platform game made by Aspect and published by Sega. It was released for the Master System and Game Gear in 1992. This game is a sequel to the first Sonic the Hedgehog game on these systems.
The Master System version of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 was mostly released in Europe and Brazil. However, you could also play the Master System version on the Wii's Virtual Console starting in 2008.
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About Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is a classic game where you control Sonic, a super-fast blue hedgehog. Your main goal is to run through levels, collect rings, and defeat enemies. The game is known for its speed and exciting levels.
Game Story
In this game, Sonic's best friend, Tails the fox, has been captured by the evil Dr. Robotnik. Dr. Robotnik wants to turn all the animals into robots and take over the world. Sonic must race through different zones to rescue Tails and stop Dr. Robotnik's plans.
How to Play
As Sonic, you run, jump, and spin-dash through levels. You collect golden rings, which protect you from losing a life if you get hit by an enemy. If you have rings and get hit, you just lose your rings. If you have no rings and get hit, you lose a life! Each level has a boss battle at the end, where you fight one of Dr. Robotnik's machines.
Different Versions
There are two main versions of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 for these older systems:
- Master System: This version was released in Europe in October 1992.
- Game Gear: This portable version came out in Europe in October 1992, and then in North America and Japan in November 1992. The Game Gear version is very similar to the Master System one, but it's designed for a smaller screen.
Why This Game Is Important
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 helped make Sonic a very popular character. It showed that platform games could be fast and exciting. Even though it's an older game, many people still enjoy playing it today because of its fun gameplay and cool music. It's a big part of video game history!
