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Game Boy · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Choplifter II
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Beam Software |
| Publisher | JVC |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Choplifter |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 4 |
Choplifter II is a shoot 'em up released in 1991 for the Game Boy, developed by Beam Software and published by JVC. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It landed about 2 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1991 include Metroid II: Return of Samus, Final Fantasy Adventure and Yoshi. Among the 27 Game Boy shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
It is part of the Choplifter series; on the Game Boy you can also try Choplifter II: Rescue & Survive and Choplifter III. The series also appears on other systems with Choplifter (5200) and Choplifter (ColecoVision). Beam Software also made WCW: The Main Event, The Punisher: The Ultimate Payback! and Baby T-Rex for the Game Boy.
Choplifter II supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Choplifter II is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Choplifter II walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Choplifter II.
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Choplifter II FAQ
When did Choplifter II come out on the Game Boy?
Choplifter II was released for the Game Boy in 1991.
Who made Choplifter II?
It was developed by Beam Software and published by JVC.
Is Choplifter II multiplayer?
Yes. Choplifter II supports up to 2 players.
How long does Choplifter II take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Choplifter II typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Choplifter II on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.