Final Fight 2

In Final Fight 2, players control one of three heroes—Mayor Mike Haggar (returning with his wrestling techniques), Carlos Miyamoto (a sword-wielding martial artist), or Maki Genryusai (a Bushin-ryū ninjutsu specialist)—as they battle the resurgent Mad Gear gang across six globe-trotting stages in Hong Kong, France, Holland, England, Italy, and Japan. The story begins years after the original events: Mad Gear kidnaps Maki's sister Rena and father Genryusai (Guy's fiancée and former sensei), prompting Haggar and Carlos to team up with Maki in an international rescue mission. Gameplay features classic side-scrolling beat 'em up mechanics with two-player co-op, unique character moves (e.g., Haggar's piledriver, Maki's ninja jumps), breakable barrels for weapons (tonfa, lumber, knife), health food, and special moves activated by button combos; bosses include Won Won, Freddie, and Rolento. It stands out for being the first true SNES-exclusive sequel to the arcade classic, with full co-op, three playable characters, and international settings that enhance the chaotic action.