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"Aero the Acro-Bat 2" is a platformer video game developed by Iguana Entertainment and published by Sunsoft. Released for the Nintendo Super NES in 1994, it is the sequel to the original "Aero the Acro-Bat" and continues the adventures of the titular character, Aero, a charismatic circus acrobat turned hero. In this installment, Aero spins and somersaults through a series of challenging and visually engaging levels, each themed around circus and amusement park motifs. The game’s objective is to stop the evil industrialist Edgar Ektor, who aims to eradicate all circuses. Aero must navigate through levels filled with numerous enemies, traps, and puzzles, utilizing his unique acrobatic skills such as jumping, drilling, and using stars as projectiles to advance and ultimately thwart Ektor’s sinister plan.

The gameplay in "Aero the Acro-Bat 2" enhances the mechanics found in its predecessor by refining control responsiveness and adding new moves to Aero’s repertoire, such as the ability to swim and scale walls. Each level includes hidden areas and bonus stages that challenge the player to solve intricate puzzles to proceed, adding depth and replayability. The game is notable for its improved graphics and animation quality over the first game, ensuring a more polished and immersive experience. Despite sharing a core gameplay style with other platformers of the era, its circus-themed aesthetic and storyline help it stand out in the crowded SNES library. Aero’s return in this sequel was well-received due to these improvements, allowing it to maintain a fond memory for fans of early 90s platformers.

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