Tekken 2
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| Developer(s) | Namco |
| Publisher(s) | Namco |
| Platform(s) | Arcade, PlayStation |
| Release | 1996 |
| Genre(s) | Fighting |
| Mode(s) | Single player, multiplayer |
Tekken 2 is the second installment in the popular Tekken video game franchise.
Gameplay
Much like its predecessor, Tekken 2 does not change any of its unique gameplay distinctions. It continues to use fully-rendered backgrounds in its stages, features an infinite playing field, and uses a fighting system that utilizes four face buttons: two for left and right punches, and two for left and right kicks. The game's expanded character roster introduces nine new fighters.
Story
Template:Spoiler In the conclusion of the first King of Iron Fist Tournament, Kazuya Mishima defeats his father Heihachi Mishima, and throws Heihachi's body off of a cliff. Kazuya then takes control over the Mishima Zaibatsu. Upon hearing that Heihachi is still alive, Kazuya decides to announce the second King of Iron Fist Tournament, two years after the first tournament.
Trivia
- Tekken 2 was an instant blockbuster that greatly benefited Namco on both the arcade and console markets. Aside from winning rave reviews from the critics, it was the number 1 arcade game in America for 24 straight weeks and on the PlayStation console, it sold 3,000,000 copies worldwide.
- Tekken 2 was released in America on late October 1996, around the same time Nintendo launched its Nintendo 64 console. Tekken 2 had opening day sales of 250,000, which at that time became a record.
Character Roster
Returning Characters
- Heihachi Mishima
- Kazuya Mishima
- Marshall Law
- Paul Phoenix
- Michelle Chang
- Nina Williams
- King
- Yoshimitsu
- Lee Chaolan
- Kuma
- Kunimitsu
- Armor King
- Ganryu
- Anna Williams
- Wang Jinrei
- Prototype Jack