Overview and Gameplay
Dark Guld has seized the Golden Axe, sending Ax-Battler, Tyris-Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead into another fantasy brawl. This original Genesis sequel follows the first Golden Axe with side-scrolling stages, weapon combat, rideable Bizarrians, and character-specific magic.
Players fight through six main stages before confronting Dark Guld. Each hero has a different magic capacity and special attack, while food restores health and spell books replenish magic. The separate Duel mode presents 15 enemy rounds in solo play or direct combat between two players.
Controls And Mechanics
- Directions: Move in eight directions; double-tap sideways to run.
- A: Cast magic. Under the default Special setting, hold and release to choose how much magic to spend.
- B: Attack, grab nearby enemies, and perform running strikes.
- C: Jump; combine it with attack for aerial moves.
- B and C: Perform the selected hero’s special attack.
- Normal mode supports simultaneous two-player co-op, including friendly fire. Duel mode also offers two-player versus battles.
Release And Credits
- Release year: 1991
- Developer: Sega Enterprises Ltd.
- Publisher: Sega
- Original platform: Sega Mega Drive and Genesis
