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"The Goonies II" is a platform adventure video game released for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1987, developed and published by Konami. It serves as a sequel to a Japan-only NES game based on the popular 1985 film "The Goonies." In "The Goonies II," players resume the role of Mikey Walsh, a member of the titular group of kids, who must rescue his friends who have been captured by the Fratellis, the villainous family from the original movie. The game uniquely combines side-scrolling platform stages with first-person perspective rooms where players solve puzzles, gather items, and interact with the environment. Throughout their journey, players traverse through varied environments such as icy mountains, caverns, and underwater sections, encountering enemies and using items to unlock secrets and progress in the game.

The game was notable for its hybrid game play, mixing adventure and platforming elements in a way that was quite advanced for the time. "The Goonies II" integrates a "Magic Locator Device" feature that aids in finding captured Goonies, adding an element of strategy and exploration to the gameplay. The game's adventure aspect, involving room-to-room exploration with a sub-screen that displayed items and weapons, set it apart from many other NES titles of the era that focused more straightforwardly on action or platforming. Moreover, "The Goonies II" was well-received for its challenging gameplay, complex environments, and engaging soundtrack that featured chiptune versions of Cyndi Lauper's "The Goonies 'R' Good Enough." This blend of detailed exploration and action elements helped establish "The Goonies II" as a beloved and enduring classic in the NES library.

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