Fatal Fury 2
Terry, Andy, Joe, and Mai. The tournament goes global, and the fights go two lanes deep.
Coming soon to UsuArcade
Votes to bring it to the arcade: 0
In the meantime, head into the arcade and play the cabinets that are already there
- Year
- 1992
- Manufacturer
- SNK
- Players
- 2 players at once
- Genres
- Fighting games
- Decade
- '90s arcade games
If the first Fatal Fury was SNK's answer to the fighting game boom, the sequel was SNK slamming its fist on the table. Eight fighters to pick from right out of the gate, stages all over the world, and a two-plane system that let you dodge by hopping into the background.
In arcades with a Neo Geo cabinet, it was the alternative to Street Fighter II. Some players swore by Ryu, others wouldn't give up Terry Bogard for anything, and everyone kept one eye on everybody else's matches.
History
SNK released Fatal Fury 2 on the Neo Geo in 1992. In Japan the series is called Garou Densetsu. Where the original only let you choose from three characters, this one opened the roster to eight playable fighters.
Among the newcomers was Mai Shiranui, who debuted here and became one of SNK's most famous faces. The final boss, Wolfgang Krauser, also earned his spot in SNK history.
How to play
There are four buttons: light and heavy punch, light and heavy kick. Special moves come from joystick motions, and when your health is nearly gone, you can unleash an especially powerful desperation move.
The signature feature is the plane system: each stage has a front lane and a back lane, and you can jump between them to dodge attacks or catch your opponent off guard. Certain moves are built to hit someone in the other lane, so they're worth learning.
Fun facts
- In Japan the series is called Garou Densetsu.
- Mai Shiranui made her debut in this game.
- The final boss is Wolfgang Krauser.
In the arcade
Fatal Fury 2 isn't in the arcade yet. It's on the wish list, and you can hit “I Want to Play It” on this page to help move it up. Coming soon to UsuArcade if the votes are there.
In the meantime, Street Fighter II is on the arcade floor for your one-on-one grudge matches, and if you miss that Neo Geo vibe, Metal Slug and Super Sidekicks 2 are ready to play.
Once Fatal Fury 2 lands in the arcade, you'll be able to play it online two-player, each on your own phone or PC, in the same game.
FAQ
When did Fatal Fury 2 come out?
1992, from SNK, on the Neo Geo.
How many players is Fatal Fury 2?
Two players at the same time, head to head.
How many characters are in Fatal Fury 2?
Eight playable fighters, including Terry and Andy Bogard, Joe Higashi, and Mai Shiranui, plus CPU-controlled bosses.
Can I play Fatal Fury 2 on UsuArcade?
Not yet. Vote for it with “I Want to Play It”; meanwhile you can play Street Fighter II in the arcade.
