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3.5 / 5

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Platform
TurboGrafx-CD
Genres
Shooter
Release date
March 29, 1991

Summary

Download 2 is the quirky sequel that takes the classic side‑scrolling shoot‑'em‑up formula and drags you through a parade of wildly different, sometimes surreal backdrops. Developed by Alfa System and released on the TurboGrafx‑CD under NEC Avenue’s banner, the game even sparked its own anime OVA, a testament to how its off‑beat aesthetic resonated beyond the console.

What really makes the title stand out are the hidden tricks tucked into its title screen. By tapping SELECT, then alternating I and II a dozen times, you unlock a secret configuration mode, while a second combo—UP, SELECT, II during the NEC Avenue logo—flips the graphics into a goofy palette that swaps enemies for oddball cameos like a miniature Ultraman. These Easter eggs give the experience a playful, almost tongue‑in‑cheek vibe that feels fresh even after multiple playthroughs.

For anyone who loves a shoot‑'em‑up with personality, Download 2 offers both solid action and a treasure trove of hidden quirks that reward the curious player.

Edited by Maya Carter

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