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Rolling Thunder 2

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Rolling Thunder 2 is a 1990 arcade side-scrolling action shooter developed and published by Namco. As the sequel to Rolling Thunder, it expands the original formula with sharper visuals, new weapons, and simultaneous two-player co-op. Centered on covert agents infiltrating the Geldra criminal organization to rescue a kidnapped ally, it is remembered as a demanding but polished classic of early-1990s arcade action.
Release Date
1990-01-01
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Plays
2

The game uses a side-scrolling perspective with fast-paced run-and-gun movement. Players control agents who can run, jump, crouch, and enter doors to avoid fire or reposition. Shooting is the main attack, with weapon upgrades and item pickups boosting firepower. Levels mix indoor bases, industrial zones, and urban areas, with enemy spawn points, platforming sections, and occasional hazards. Progress is stage-based, and two-player cooperative play allows coordinated offense and defense.

Albatross

Playable field agent and one of the main protagonists.

Leila

Playable agent who joins Albatross in the rescue mission.

Geldra

The criminal organization serving as the game’s main enemy force.

Learn enemy spawn points and stop briefly before entering new screens or doorways. Crouching is useful against elevated threats and thrown attacks, while careful positioning matters more than rushing. In co-op, one player should suppress the front line while the other handles flank spawns and cover. Save stronger weapons for elite enemies and dense attack waves.

No cheats or unlockables available

Tips

Pause at new areas to read enemy placement before advancing.

Tips

Use doors and corners as rhythm breaks to reduce damage.

Tips

Keep weapon upgrades for tougher waves instead of spending them early.

User Reviews

A tight, satisfying arcade shooter with strong pacing and impact.

User Reviews

Co-op play is excellent, but the game demands memorization and discipline.

User Reviews

An improved sequel with better presentation and more depth than the original.

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