Underplayed Gems

Golden Axe™ II (2010)

Golden Axe™ II cover
Developer
SEGA
Genres
Action
Rating
3.6 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 25 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A quick, arcade-style beat 'em up where you mash attack buttons while surviving waves of enemies in a classic fantasy setting.

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What players say

Players describe Golden Axe II as a short, simple beat 'em up that feels more like an expansion pack than a true sequel. The improved magic system and new back spin attack are appreciated, but the game is criticized for being too easy and not evolving much from the original, with some comparing it unfavorably to Streets of Rage.

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