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Virtua Fighter 2
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Virtua Fighter |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by SEGA, Virtua Fighter 2 arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1996 as an action game.
It landed about 7 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1996 include Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3, Worms and International Superstar Soccer Deluxe.
It is part of the Virtua Fighter series. The series also appears on other systems with Virtua Fighter (32X) and Virtua Fighter 3 (Dreamcast). SEGA also made Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Tetris for the Genesis.
Virtua Fighter 2 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Virtua Fighter 2 is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Virtua Fighter 2 cheats & codes
21 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Hit Anywhere P1 | AJLA-CA5E |
|---|---|
| Hit Anywhere P2 | AJLA-CA76 |
| Invincibility P1 | AALA-CA76 |
| Invincibility P2 | AALA-CA5E |
| 1 Hit Kills Opponent | AH6T-AAFJ |
| It Only Takes Half The Number Of Hits To Kill Your Opponent | HD6T-AAFJ |
Virtua Fighter 2 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Virtua Fighter 2.
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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.
Virtua Fighter 2 FAQ
When did Virtua Fighter 2 come out on the Genesis?
Virtua Fighter 2 was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1996.
Who made Virtua Fighter 2?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Virtua Fighter 2 multiplayer?
Yes. Virtua Fighter 2 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Virtua Fighter 2 take to play?
As an action game, Virtua Fighter 2 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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