Romancing SaGa 2 is set after the events of its predecessor, where the world is once again threatened by seven demons. Emperor Leon of Avalon tries to rid the world of the demons, but he is slain by a monster, leaving his son and heir, Gerard, to continue his work.
You control the royal family of Avalon throughout several generations in this game. Unlike the first game, where you could play eight different characters from the start, here you play various characters continuously through generation after generation. Each time the old emperor passes away, you'll have to choose a heir from four candidates, with the choice depending on chance and your decisions to recruit party members during your reign.
Characters can die permanently if their HP reaches zero in battle, and you must assign techniques learned during the game to your party members. A party consists of five active characters, each with their own life points that can be lost forever.
Romancing SaGa 2 was released exclusively in Japan initially. Later, it was worldwide released on modern platforms in December 2021, featuring a complete English translation, updated graphics and audio, new character classes, a new dungeon, and a New Game+ feature.
The game's release on the Nintendo Switch brings this classic RPG to a new audience, offering an immersive experience with its unique gameplay mechanics and story.