Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (16-bit)

The second outing of Sonic on the Megadrive and the first game to feature Tails. Released November 24, 1992, the game has longer levels, more levels, and a faster pace. The essential plot is that Robotnik is creating a spaceship of doom, the death egg. Sonic and Tails must stop this superweapon. The Beta is famous for its deleted levels. Numerous new cultural refernces can be found that have become a staple of the series. The Death Egg is a nod to Star Wars' Death Star. The seventh emerald is an analog to seven emeralds in the Dragon Ball series. Super Sonic is also like a Super Saijin both in the graphical design and concept.

Levels: Emerald Hill Zone Chemical Plant Zone Aquatic Ruin Zone Casino Night Zone Hill Top Zone Mystic Cave Zone Oil Ocean Zone Metropolis Zone Sky Chase Zone (1 Act) Wing Fortress Zone (1 Act) Death Egg Zone (1 Act)

The infamous Hidden Palace Zone has been found on the Cartridge, but with graphical data removed. It can only be accessed through hex editing, cheating devices, or savestates. Related Link Sonic 2 Beta