Summary
- Release Year: 1994
- Genres: Adventure, Platform
- Platforms: Super Famicom, Super Nintendo Entertainment System, Wii
- Developers: Hudson Soft
- Publishers: Hudson Soft
Super Adventure Island II: A Tropical Adventure with a Romantic Twist
Super Adventure Island II is a side-scrolling platformer game developed by Hudson Soft and released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System in 1994. It is the sequel to Super Adventure Island, which was released in 1992. The game follows Master Higgins, a young adventurer, as he sets out to rescue his wife, Tina, who has been kidnapped by an evil witch doctor.
Gameplay
Super Adventure Island II is a classic platformer game in the vein of Super Mario Bros. and Sonic the Hedgehog. The player controls Master Higgins as he runs, jumps, and shoots his way through a variety of levels, defeating enemies and collecting power-ups. The game features a variety of different environments, including jungles, caves, and underwater levels.
One of the unique features of Super Adventure Island II is the ability to ride on the back of a dinosaur. The dinosaur can be used to attack enemies, jump over obstacles, and reach higher platforms. The dinosaur can also be used to perform a special attack, which can clear the screen of all enemies.
Story
The story of Super Adventure Island II is simple but charming. Master Higgins and his wife, Tina, are on their honeymoon when they are attacked by an evil witch doctor. The witch doctor kidnaps Tina and takes her to his lair. Master Higgins sets out to rescue Tina, and along the way he must defeat the witch doctor’s minions and overcome a variety of obstacles.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Super Adventure Island II are colorful and detailed. The game’s environments are varied and interesting, and the character sprites are well-animated. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, with a variety of catchy tunes that fit the game’s tropical setting.
Reception
Super Adventure Island II was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its colorful graphics, tight gameplay, and charming story. The game was also a commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Super Adventure Island II is considered to be one of the best platformer games on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. The game’s colorful graphics, tight gameplay, and charming story have made it a favorite among fans of the genre. The game has also been ported to a variety of other platforms, including the Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, and Wii Virtual Console.
Conclusion
Super Adventure Island II is a classic platformer game that is still enjoyable today. The game’s colorful graphics, tight gameplay, and charming story make it a must-play for fans of the genre. If you’re looking for a fun and challenging platformer game to play, then Super Adventure Island II is definitely worth checking out.
Additional Information
- Super Adventure Island II was originally released in Japan as Adventure Island IV.
- The game was developed by Hudson Soft, who are also known for the Bomberman and Mario Party series.
- The game’s soundtrack was composed by Yuzo Koshiro, who is also known for his work on the Streets of Rage and Sonic the Hedgehog series.
- Super Adventure Island II has been ported to a variety of other platforms, including the Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, and Wii Virtual Console.
Review Score
8.5/10
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