Golden Axe II is a classic fantasy beat ’em up developed by Sega and released for the Sega Genesis in 1991. Following the success of the original arcade hit, this home console exclusive brings back the iconic trio of Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead as they battle through the ruined lands of Yuria to reclaim the legendary Golden Axe from the evil lord Dark Guld.
Players march through side-scrolling stages, fighting waves of mythical enemies using melee attacks, rideable mounts, and devastating magical spells. The default controls map the Genesis D-pad to your keyboard’s arrow keys for movement. Action buttons A (Magic), B (Attack), and C (Jump) are typically bound to Z, X, and C. Press Enter for Start to join the game or pause.
Magic in Golden Axe II can be cast in distinct power levels by holding the magic button, unlike the all-or-nothing system of the first game—use this to save higher-tier spells for boss encounters. Take advantage of the new directional throw to toss enemies into pits, and remember that dash attacks remain one of the safest ways to engage groups of foes without taking damage.
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