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"ActRaiser 2," developed by Quintet and published by Enix, is a platform game for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) released in 1993. As a sequel to the original "ActRaiser," this installment focuses purely on action platforming, dropping the simulation segments that were part of the first game. In "ActRaiser 2," the player takes on the role of the Master, a deity-like figure who must defeat a new evil threatening the world. This evil force has unleashed numerous demons and catastrophic disasters across the land. The Master, depicted with angelic wings in this sequel, must traverse various mythical and historical settings to restore peace, battling foes in a series of side-scrolling levels with a rich, vivid art style that pushes the graphical capabilities of the SNES.

"ActRaiser 2" features gameplay significantly more challenging than its predecessor. The game introduces enhanced flight mechanics, allowing the Master to glide and navigate more complex environments, adding a strategic layer to both combat and platforming elements. The level design is intricate, often requiring precise jumps and quick reflexes. Each level culminates in a boss fight against formidable foes inspired by religious and mythical lore. Despite dropping the popular city-building aspects, "ActRaiser 2" boasts a more refined combat experience and detailed graphics, accompanied by a dramatic, orchestral score that complements its epic storyline. However, it received mixed reviews upon release; fans and critics lauded its visual and audio presentation but had divided opinions regarding the removal of simulation features and the increased difficulty.

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