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Review of Battle Arena Toshinden 2 Plus on PlayStation

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Aug 1996
Cover image of Battle Arena Toshinden 2 Plus on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 09 Aug 1996
Genre: Fighting
Developer: Tamsoft
Publisher: Takara

Introduction

Welcome to the wild and wacky world of classic 90s fighting games! Today, we dive into the not-so-terribly-exciting sequel 'Battle Arena Toshinden 2 Plus'. If you thought the original was the pinnacle of 3D brawling, boy, do I have news for you! Well, sort of.

Gameplay

Now, if you enjoyed mastering those overly complicated combos that were somehow easier to mess up than to pull off, then you'll feel right at home here! Toshinden 2 Plus continues the legacy with its combo system and adds a shiny new Overdrive meter for all you hyper-competitive players. The best part? You can now attack opponents on the ground! Ah, what a novelty! Just when you thought dodging was your secret weapon, the game redeems itself by making sure you can still land a slap on a downed opponent because isn't that what we all want? Fast-paced and ruthless combat! But beware! The rules of ring outs remain the same-fall out of the ring, and you're done! And here's a fun twist: if both players fall out simultaneously, the last one left standing gets the win! Just don't ask me how that makes sense, it's a fighting game! Slap yourself awake and get ready to rumble!

Graphics

Graphically, Toshinden 2 Plus is a mixed bag of a little better than the original, sprinkled with a touch of 'were we supposed to have made it this game prettier?' Sure, the environments have slightly better detail, but it's still like having a fancy donut with sprinkles that are just a tad stale. It's nice to see attempted upgrades in graphics, but it won't leave you gasping in awe. Instead, the game looks a notch better than a block in a game of Minecraft! And the backgrounds? 2D parallax scrolling, because nothing says sophistication like a little depth!

Conclusion

In conclusion, 'Battle Arena Toshinden 2 Plus' is like that one friend who swears they've changed but shows up in the same old shirt-it's endearing, but do you really want to hang out with them? New characters bring some spice, but the overall gameplay gives off that rehashed feel without the mouth-watering flavor. Sure, it's a notable game in the series, but unless you've got a soft spot for nostalgia or a desire to experience every inch of the Toshinden universe, you might want to save your quarters for that shiny new arcade cabinet down the street. If you're in the mood for some light-hearted brawling and can forgive its flaws (while simultaneously glaring at the competition), then toss yourself in the ring with this one, or just wait for the next 'Tekken' or 'Virtual Fighter' game to drop from the heavens!

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