Shining Force Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · RPG
Shining Force II
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Camelot Software |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Shining Force |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 15 |
Shining Force II is a role-playing game released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Camelot Software and published by SEGA.
It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer. Among the 37 Genesis RPGs in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Shining Force series; on the Genesis you can also try Shining Force. The series also appears on other systems with Shining Force: The Sword of Hajya (Game Gear) and Shining Force Gaiden: Final Conflict (Game Gear).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Shining Force II is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Shining Force II cheats & codes
412 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| 99 Experience For Hero | FFE8300063 |
|---|---|
| 99 Experience For Tyrin | FFEBE80063 |
| Extra Experience For Chester | FFE8A00063 |
| Extra Experience For Jaha | FFE8D80063 |
| Extra Experience For Kazin | FFE9100063 |
| Extra Experience For Kiwi | FFE9800063 |
Shining Force II walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Shining Force II FAQ
When did Shining Force II come out on the Genesis?
Shining Force II was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made Shining Force II?
It was developed by Camelot Software and published by SEGA.
Is Shining Force II multiplayer?
No. Shining Force II is a single-player game.
How long does Shining Force II take to play?
As a role-playing game, Shining Force II typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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