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(Sega Saturn - PAL, Fighting)

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Sega

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Sega

Released On:

01 Dec 1995

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A year after the first tournament, Akira, Wolf, Pai, Jeffry, Kage, Jacky, Sarah and defending champion Lau are invited to the World Fighting Tournament, joined by the master of drunken Kung-Fu Shun-di, who wants to prove he's more than an old geezer, and Lion Rafale, fighting for his freedom. Each fighter has his own style, from Pai's lightning-fast attacks to Jeffry's powerful slams.

Virtua Fighter 2 is the home port of Sega's popular Model 2A arcade vs. fighter released in 1996 . Game modes include classic arcade mode, 2P vs mode, Expert mode where the computer character progressively learns and counters players' technique, Ranking Mode (similar to Arcade, but at the end, a fighting style analysis is shown based on number of specials and time to knock down an opponent), Team Battle Mode (two teams composed of five fighters go against each other, the first to beat five characters being the winner) and Watch mode (allows choosing two fighters and then see them fighting). Both VF2 and VF2.1 modes are included.

The gameplay keeps the same style from the first game, adding more moves to each fighter's roll. Using a three-key layout (block, kick and punch, being possible to assign button combinations to the extra keys) the player is able to control their fighter, aiming to knock or push the opponent outside the rink inside the time limit. Combo moves range from the quickest, which require the player to push up to five buttons quickly, to strong moves that require more button presses along d-pad nudges to be successful.

Virtua Fighter 2 uses the Sega Saturn's High-Resolution mode and flowing 60-fps to bring the arcade experience home. While in comparison with the arcade version some parts took a hit on graphical quality (such as texture details and backgrounds), the game still delivers an immersive fighting experience.

UPC-A:

010086810141 (United States)

eBay Product ID:

4366 (United States)

EAN-13:

4974365090791 (Japan)

UPC-A:

4974365091460 (Japan)

Sega Region Code:

81014 (United States)

ASIN:

B00002STV1 (United States)

Sega Region Code:

GS-9079 (Japan)

Sega Region Code:

GS-9146 (Japan)

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Number of Players Supported:

1-2 Players

Input Devices Supported/Optional:

Virtua Stick

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In this fighting game sequel, players control legendary martial artists returning for a dangerous second World Fighting Tournament one year after the original competition. The roster of skilled fighters must battle through intense matches while uncovering a sinister conspiracy involving the Judgment 6 cartel and raising the stakes of their personal rivalries. As each combatant pursues their own motivations, only one will emerge victorious in a clash where the consequences are higher than ever.

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Story

THE BATTLE CONTINUES

One year has passed since eight of the world's toughest, fastest fighters challenged each other in the World Fighting Tournament. Lau Chan may have won the championship, but all of the fighters gained something. Each fighter's limits and shortcomings became crystal clear.

Some made new friendships, while others developed intense rivalries. All gained valuable fighting experience before they left the arena and went their separate ways.

The Second Tournament

Now, one year later, the call has come again: ten cordial invitations to the second World Fighting Tournament. Ominously, no RSVP's are requested, as if anyone would be foolish enough to back out.

Could the sinister Judgment 6 cartel be behind all this? Whatever new and formidable moves and techniques these accomplished fighters may possess, they all share one thing. They suspect that this time, the stakes will be higher than ever.

Returning Fighters

After a year of hard training, several fighters have returned:

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Akira Yuki is back to try out his new moves and fight Wolf Hawkfield.

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Pai Chan returns to attempt to defeat her father, Lau Chan, who defends his title.

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Jeffry McWild fights to preserve his livelihood.

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Kage-maru seeks to break the cover of the syndicate pulling the strings.

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Jacky Bryant comes to rescue his sister, Sarah, who has been brainwashed to eliminate him.

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Shun-di arrives to test his skills against the hottest young fighters.

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Lion Rafale fights for his freedom.

Who will emerge victorious this time?

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How to Play

Starting Up

Set up your Sega Saturn™ system by following the instructions in the Sega Saturn Instruction Manual. Plug in Controller 1 (Sega Saturn Control Pad or Sega Saturn Virtua Stick™). For 2-player games, plug in Controller 2 also.

Place the Virtua Fighter 2 disc, label-side up, in the well of the CD tray and close the lid.

Turn on the TV or monitor and the Sega Saturn. The Sega Saturn logo will appear on screen. If nothing appears, turn the system off and make sure it is set up correctly before turning it on again.

If you wish to stop a game in progress, or the game ends, press the Reset Button on the Sega Saturn console to display the on-screen control panel.

Important: Your Sega Saturn compact disc contains a security code that allows the disc to be read. Be sure to keep the disc clean and handle it carefully. If your Sega Saturn system has trouble reading the disc, remove the disc and wipe it carefully, starting from the center of the disc and wiping straight out toward the edge.

Getting Started

A game demonstration, a CG animated sequence, and list of player rankings follow the Virtua Fighter 2 Title screen. Watch the demo, or press Start at any time to return to the Title screen. Press Start again to bring up the game menu. Press the D-Pad UP or DOWN to scroll through the modes, and press Button A, C or Start to select.

Game Modes

Arcade Mode lets you select a character and take on all challengers-just like at the arcades.

Note: A second player can interrupt an Arcade battle by pressing Start on the unused Controller. Shorty, the Player Select screen appears. After the challenger has selected a fighter, the VS game begins. Once a VS game ends and neither player chooses to continue, the Arcade mode resumes at the same level as when the challenger entered the game.

VS Mode lets you and a friend pick a character and challenge each other.

Expert Mode A one-player mode against the computer which allows it to use all the tricks and patterns it's learned while watching you play (use after you've played with the Learning Option turned ON-see p.6).

Ranking Mode is a one-player game similar to Arcade Mode. When the game ends, you see a data sheet on your overall performance.

Team Battle Mode lets you organize a tournament battle between two teams of five. Play against the computer, or set up a tournament with up to nine friends. See page 10 for details.

Watch Mode lets you watch randomly picked opponents battle it out. This mode is for viewing only.

Option lets you configure parts of your game, view fighter stats or sample the game's sound and voice tracks. (See page 6.)

Note: Any game mode can be canceled during play by holding down Buttons A, B and C simultaneously, and pressing Start. The Title screen appears.

Options

Press the D-Pad UP or DOWN to select an option. Press LEFT or RIGHT to make choices within a selected option.

Life Gauge: Alter the length of the life gauges for both fighters. The longer the life gauge, the less damage the fighter takes per hit. Or choose NO DAMAGE for an invincible fighter (this doesn't protect the fighter from a Ring Out loss, however).

Match Point: Select the number of player victories you want to use to decide who wins the round. Choose from one to five points.

Time Limit: Choose how long you want each set to last: 10, 20, 30 or 60 seconds. Choose NO LIMIT to turn the timer off.

Continue (Arcade and Expert modes only): Turn this option ON for continuous play, just like at the arcades. Turn the option OFF to return to the Title screen after losing a round.

Enemy Level (Arcade Mode only): How tough do you want your opponent to be? Choose EASY, NORMAL or HARD.

Learning When this feature is turned on, it allows the CPU to watch you play any character in any mode, and devise the best strategies to counter your every move. Turn ON or OFF.

Button Reassignment: Use this feature to configure the buttons on your Controller. Select this option and press Button A or C to bring up the Button Reassignment screen. There are three different settings available, or you can customize your Controller with the Edit feature. Each player selects the desired setting by pressing the D-Pad LEFT or RIGHT. Press Button A, C or Start to enter the desired setting or Button B to cancel, then press Start to return to the Option menu.

HUD Elements

Life Gauge: The green bar on this gauge gets smaller each time your fighter takes damage. Life gauges can be adjusted in the Option menu (See page 6).

Timer: This shows the amount of time left in the fight. When the timer reaches zero, the fighter with the most vitality left of his or her life gauge wins the set. If there is a tie, the round goes to a Sudden Death match to determine the ultimate winner. The timer can be adjusted or turned off in the Option menu.

Victory: This shows the total number of sets won by each fighter. In the default game, the first fighter to win two sets wins the round. The number of sets can also be altered in the Option menu.

Champion's Total Time (Arcade Mode only): This shows the total amount of time the current champion has lasted in the arena against his or her opponents.

Game Over/Continue

The game ends as soon as your fighter loses a round, and the Continue screen appears. To continue with your current level and opponent, press Start before the timer runs out.

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Controls

Left Shift Button (Button L)

Toggles through Option menus; Press Button L to return to the first Option menu

Right Shift Button (Button R)

Press Button R to continue to the next Option menu

D-Pad

Selects items on menu screens; Directs your fighter during gameplay; Selects record by pressing UP or DOWN; Cycles through functions in Edit screen by pressing LEFT or RIGHT; Performs basic movements (Leap Up, Leap Forward, Move Forward, Crouch/Move Forward, Crouch, Crouch/Move Backward, Move Backward, Leap Backward); Executes QUICK STEP (←← or →→); Executes DASH (→→ HOLD); Executes RECOVERY (←→ rapid toggle, ← Roll Backwards, ↑ Spring Up)

Start

Starts the game; Enters selections; Pauses gameplay; Resumes paused game; Skips Instant Replay after fight; Selects player in Player Select screen

Button C

Makes your fighter kick; Enters selections; Selects player in Player Select screen; Selects record in Backup Data

Button A

Makes your fighter defend against attacks; Enters selections; Selects player in Player Select screen; Selects record in Backup Data; Confirms selection in Edit screen

Button B

Makes your fighter punch; Cancels selections; Stops sound in Sound/Voice/Music Test; Returns to menu in Backup Data; Exits Option screen

Button X, Y, Z

Clears records in Backup Data (press simultaneously)

Button A + B

Throw opponent (press simultaneously if within grabbing range)

D-Pad DOWN/RIGHT + Button C

MID-LEVEL KICK

D-Pad UP + Button B

QUICK STOMP

D-Pad A (rapid tap)

Roll Away to Side

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Enemies & Characters

Akira

Already a legendary master of the art of Hakkyoku-ken, Akira has spent the past year traveling and honing his skills to a razor edge. Though he didn't win the first tournament, he considered it a learning experience, and eagerly anticipates trying out his new moves on all comers.

Pai

Even though Pai is Lau's daughter, there is little love between the two, and she swore she would someday beat Lau at his own game. Though she didn't have what it took to defeat him in the last tournament, this time she's armed with a few new techniques that just might knock Lau out of the champion's position.

Lau

Lau strives for perfection in anything he does, and after the first tournament, he headed for the mountains for an excruciating year-long regimen of training. He hopes that in the next tournament he'll be able to perform up to his own exacting standards.

Wolf

Wolf worked as a lumberjack until he was discovered by a scout and encouraged to take up professional wrestling, becoming invincible in the sport. He entered the World Fighting Tournament to find a rival, setting up a friendly but intense competition with Akira, and now has his eye on the championship.

Jeffry

Jeffry uses the prize money from his fighting tournaments to maintain a fishing boat, his chief source of livelihood. He stepped into the ring again to win enough to buy a new boat and get rid of his nemesis, the legendary man-eating Devil Shark, once and for all.

Kage

Kage is searching for the mysterious organization that murdered his father and kidnapped his mother. He entered the tournament to pick up clues and received word that his mother might still be alive, so he has stepped into the arena again in the hope that once declared champion, he will be able to find out more.

Sarah Bryant

Kidnapped and brainwashed by an underground organization, she was pitted against her brother in the first tournament but failed to kill him. After a year of reconditioning, she returns as the ultimate fighting machine.

Jacky Bryant

An Indy car racer and Jeet Kune Do master who entered the World Fighting Tournament to find and rescue his kidnapped sister, Sarah. He trains to win the championship and take her back.

Shun-di

An 82-year-old herbal doctor and hermit who instructs students in esoteric martial arts like Drunken Kung Fu. He entered the tournament after learning his old friends' students were competing.

Lion Rafale

A 15-year-old French high school student from a wealthy family involved in underground weapons trade. He enters the tournament to prove his worth and free himself from his father's legacy.

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