Tekken 3 Classic
PlayStation · Fighting
Tekken 2
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Tekken |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 27 |
Released for the PlayStation in 1996, Tekken 2 is a fighting game developed by Namco.
It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot. Among the 106 PS1 fighting games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Tekken series; on the PS1 you can also try Tekken 3 and Tekken. The series also appears on other systems with Tekken Advance (GBA) and Tekken Card Challenge (WonderSwan). Namco also made Ace Combat 3, Air Combat and R4: Ridge Racer Type 4 for the PS1.
Tekken 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing Tekken 2 is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
Tekken 2 cheats & codes
7 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Stop Timer | 800D18E8
0DF8 |
|---|---|
| P1 Invincibility | 800CF6B6
008B |
| P2 Invincibility | 800D08BE
008B |
| P1 Press Select To Refill Life | D00C9980
0100
800CF6B6
008B |
| P2 Press Select To Refill Life | D00C9982
0100
800D08BE
008B |
| P1 One Hit Kill | D00D08BE
008B
800D08BE
0001 |
Tekken 2 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Tekken 2.
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Tekken 2 FAQ
When did Tekken 2 come out on the PS1?
Tekken 2 was released for the PlayStation in 1996.
Who made Tekken 2?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Tekken 2 multiplayer?
Yes. Tekken 2 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Tekken 2 take to play?
As a fighting game, Tekken 2 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 Tekken 2 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.