The sequel to Lemmings has a plot describing how the Lemmings have split into 12 distinct tribes. Each tribe has its own landscape and cultural identity - they include Egyptian, Circus, and Highland. However, Lemming Island is now in danger, and you must complete 10 levels for each tribe in order for them to reunite and reassemble the Talisman from the 12 pieces.
Across the 120 levels, there are over 60 skills, although no more than 10 are in use on each screen. The Lemmings 2: The Tribes game includes a mix of new skills and some variations of old ones. The Classic tribe has a selection of skills from the original Lemmings, and is perhaps the best option for first-time players.
The gameplay involves using these various skills to guide your Lemmings through each level, with the ultimate aim being to save as many Lemmings as possible. Unlike in the first game, you are rewarded for saving as many Lems as possible, rather than simply passing or failing. The player can also go back over levels in the hope of saving more Lems.
Because there are 12 tribes, and the player can switch between them at any point, it requires a good strategy to progress through each level. The game saves progress rather than using passwords as in the original Lemmings game.
Lemmings 2: The Tribes was released for the Genesis console in 1994 and is a strategy game that challenges players to complete levels with unique skills and objectives. With over 120 levels, multiple tribes to switch between, and a variety of skills to master, this game offers a challenging and rewarding experience for fans of the series.