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Getting to Know Splatterhouse 2

Splatterhouse 2 is a side-scrolling beat 'em up that came out for the Sega Genesis in 1992. It was developed and published by Namco, continuing the story from the original Splatterhouse arcade game. This USA release brings the horror-themed action to home consoles, letting players control Rick as he fights through the West Mansion once again. You control Rick Taylor as he battles his way through the mansion to rescue his girlfriend. The core gameplay involves walking right, beating up zombies and other creatures with your fists, and picking up weapons like pipes and cleavers. There are platforming elements too, as you jump across gaps and climb stairs. You have a health bar and limited lives, with the goal of reaching the end of each stage and facing a boss. This game stands out for its gruesome pixel art and atmospheric music, which were quite striking at the time. It is a solid entry in the Genesis library for fans of action-horror games or anyone who enjoyed the arcade original. The difficulty is fair but challenging, and the short length makes it a good pick-up-and-play experience even today.

GAME INFO

Platform: SEGA Genesis
Genre: Beat em Up
Publisher: Namco
Developer: Now Production
Released: 1992
Players: 1
Region: USA

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How to play Splatterhouse 2 online

Getting Started When you start Splatterhouse 2, you will see a title screen; press Enter to begin. The first level drops you into a dark mansion with basic enemies. Your main goal is to fight through each area, using the D-Pad to move and S to punch or kick. Press X to jump, and you can also jump on enemies to stun them. The game is linear: you move right and clear rooms of enemies. Look for health pickups like hearts and food items that restore some health. Weapons appear on the floor or in breakable objects. Pressing S near a weapon will pick it up, and you can then attack with it. Each stage ends with a boss fight, so conserve health and learn enemy patterns. A key tip: you can run by pressing forward twice quickly or holding the direction and pressing S. This helps dodge attacks. Do not rush into crowds; pull enemies back one at a time. If you get stuck, use the environment to your advantage, like knocking enemies into pits. The game is short but tough, so be patient.

CONTROLS

Controls

Arrow Keys: D-Pad / Movement
X: A button
S: B button
Z: C button
A: X button (6-button pad)
Q: Y button (6-button pad)
E: Z button (6-button pad)
Enter: Start / Mode

Splatterhouse 2 FAQ

Who developed Splatterhouse 2?

Splatterhouse 2 was developed by Namco. They also published the game in Japan and North America.

Which regions was Splatterhouse 2 released in?

It was released for the Sega Genesis in North America and the Mega Drive in Japan in 1992. Whether it officially came to Europe is not widely documented.

Roughly how long does it take to finish Splatterhouse 2?

Most players complete Splatterhouse 2 in about an hour to an hour and a half. It is a fairly short game but can be replayed for high scores.

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