Sonic The Hedgehog 2

Some is back! He's spinning across the screen like blue lightning. Hold the phone! What's that behind him? It's moving just as fast...and it's orange! Hey, that must be Tails. Big news. This time around, Sonic has a partner. And what a friend he is!

The best news is that Sonic 2 is coming on Genesis and on Game Gear. Each game features Sonic, Tails, and the egg-headed Dr. Robotnik. Both games have two endings; one if you find all the Chaos Emeralds, and one if you don't. Both have all the things you loved about the first Sonic. But the plots, acts, and objects are totally new. This is Sonic like you've never seen him before.

Here's an in-depth look at everything you want to know about Sonic 2 Genesis and Sonic 2 Game Gear, like only Sega can give.

Miles Tails

Miles Prower (Tails for short), is Sonic's newest friend. Tails is four years old and really wants to be brave and adventurous like his older buddy He follows that hedgehog everywhere and helps whenever he can. Sometimes he gets under Sonic's feet or gets lost. But Tails can always find his way back. You see, Tails has some unique abilities of his own.

Sometimes Tails gets moving a little too fast and gets lost off the screen. When this happens, he spins his two tails like a helicopter and comes flying back. Pretty neat! Why do you think Sonic calls him Tails?

Sonic 2 On Genesis

Sonic 2 Genesis is an 8 Mega spectacular loaded to the hilt with fun, action and surprises. It's three games in one.You can play solo, with a friend cooperatively, or competitively in an all-new split screen display In the solo mode, Tails follows your every move (kinda like a little brother). Sometimes he zooms ahead, getting Sonic into trouble. Definitely not your average fox.

In two player cooperative mode, one player controls Sonic and the other controls Tails. The two player competitive mode is new. Each player controls Sonic. Each has a Tails tagging along, just like in solo mode. The winner is determined by who finishes the round first.

Dr. Robotnik has kidnapped all of Sonic's animal friends on South Island. He's using them to create a Death Egg, which will allow him to take over the world. Uh - uh. Not while Sonic is around.

Chaos Emeralds

You want to see the real ending of the game? Then you need to find seven Chaos Emeralds and face, Dr. Robotnik. The Emeralds are difficult to get. You have to be fast on your feet.

Sonic 2 Game Gear

Sonic 2 on Game Gear is different from the Genesis version. For a stan, its the first ever 4 Mega Game Gear title. So you can imagine just how much action and excitement is packed into this game. Sonic 2 Game Gear is a dedicated one player can. You play solo as Sonic. The overall plot is basically the same...Dr. Robotnik and his Roboswat team want to take over the world andhe's starting with South Island. He's taken Tails as well as Sonic's other animal friends hostage and is holding them in a place called "The Crystal Egg." Sonic must find the six Chaos Emeralds and use them to free his pal and all the other residents of South Island.

Sonic can do things in Sonic 2 Game Gear that he can't do anywhere else. How about riding in a mining car and hang gliding?

Who ever thought that going fast could make you a star? Sonic is becoming quite a popular hedgehog. 1993 is going to be the year for blue (and of the orange, if Tails has anything to say about it)! He's appearing in his own special comic book series from Sega and Archie Comics. Gamers nationwide have pre-purchased Sonic 2 and are eagerly awaiting their copies...and free Sonic 2 T-Shirts. Look for Sonic 2 in your favorite game store on November 24, also known as Sonic 2's day!

Sonic's back, with more tricks, more speed, more levels, and more capacity than the original trail - blazing hit. Sonic The Hedgehog 2 is twice as big as the original Sonic The Hedgehog with more new worlds to explore and new enemies to overcome. But this time Sonic has a friend to help him out — a two - tailed fox called Tails, who can help him fight enemies and pick up rings.

Robotnik's back too, of course, with more of his evil contraptions and devices. We'll have to wait and see if these diabolical contraptions will be a match for Sonic's new speed and agility.

Although Sonic 2 has more I detailed graphics and scenery than the original, we don't think you'll have time to stop and admire it. The action will be non - stop, and the pace will be frenetic.

(For more information on Sonic The Hedgehog 2, see the interview with Sonic's creator.)

Here's the best method to become Super Sonic:

First play a normal one-player mode, get 50 rings and go to a Star Post. Get the Chaos Emerald and then press Reset. When you get to the Start Screen select Options and select any player. Get 50 more rings and head back to the Star Post. You'll automatically have saved your first emerald and will be on the second special stage. Repeat this pattern until you have all seven emeralds. If you want to get Super Sonic, just get 50 rings afterwards.

Blue blazes! Didya know Sonic 2 on the Game Gear is an all-new adventure for our boy in blue? In Sonic 2, you get Sonic's Super Spin Attack as he unleashes it on Robotnik's Master Robots, including the powerful Silver Sonic. This all-new adventure has the fast-moving fun Sonic is famous for!

Zone-Select Code

Don't zone out if you're stuck! Try this handy Zone-Select Code to unstick yourself!

At the Sega logo screen, press and hold the D-Button Down/Left, Button 1 and Button 2 simultaneously. Hold until the title screen appears and Tails blinks. On Tails' third blink, press Start when his eye is shut. You'll hear a chime if you've done this correctly.

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is a two-dimensional action-platformer for the iconic SEGA console, where Sonic and his friend Fox Tales will fight Doctor Robotnik, intending to collect all the Chaos Emeralds and take over the world. The second part of the game does not differ much from the first, the game mechanics remain the same, but there is a possibility of cooperative mode.

Plot

Dr. Eggman makes his way to the Western Isle. On an isolated piece of land hidden among the ocean are the Emeralds of Chaos. These gems provide tremendous energy, just what Eggman needs for his own station in space. The giant device is destined to take over the world.

Locations

Two heroes, the speedy Hedgehog and the flying Tales, set out to destroy the villain's plan and restore justice. They will go through fire and water together:

• Run through Emerald Hill
• Through the Chemical Forest
• See the Water Ruins
• Enjoy Casino Night
• Climb to the Top of the Hill
• Climb the Mystic Cave
• Swim across the Petroleum Ocean
• See the metropolis
• Fly the Sky Fortress

Each location is stylized beautifully and uniquely.

Gameplay Details

The player will follow the 2D world, killing enemies and collecting gold rings along the way. There are mechanical enemies roaming around (badniks) that the evil Doctor has created. The badnik drops dead if you jump on top of him. Collect gold rings: a hundred rings give extra life, thus increasing the chance that the player will reach the end of the round. There are bonuses hidden in the televisions with noisy screens: a protective field, instant acceleration or health replenishment. The control points look like a pole with a red Chupa Chups attached. Each location is divided into two acts, after passing them players get to the main battle with the boss.