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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shooter
After Burner II
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | After Burner |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
After Burner II is a shooter released in 1990 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by SEGA.
It came out in the Genesis's second year on the market. Other notable Genesis releases from 1990 include Populous, Michael Jackson's Moonwalker and Super Monaco GP.
It is part of the After Burner series. The series also appears on other systems with After Burner (Master System) and After Burner (32X). SEGA also made Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Tetris for the Genesis.
After Burner II is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing After Burner II is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
After Burner II cheats & codes
59 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 002D50:6004 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Missiles | 00381C:600A |
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
After Burner II FAQ
When did After Burner II come out on the Genesis?
After Burner II was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990.
Who made After Burner II?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is After Burner II multiplayer?
No. After Burner II is a single-player game.
How long does After Burner II take to play?
As a shooter, After Burner II typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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