Bubsy II is a side-scrolling platform game published by Accolade in 1994, the second entry in the Bubsy series. It first launched on SNES, Sega Genesis, and Game Boy.
In this game, protagonist Bubsy teams up with his nephew and niece to explore the Amazatorium, a theme park run by villain Oinker P. Hamm. The park features multiple virtual worlds where players adventure, defeat enemies, collect items, and complete various tasks and challenges.
It uses 2D side-scrolling gameplay. Players can choose level order, control Bubsy to jump and glide, and use the new Nerf Ballzooka to attack enemies. A multiplayer mode is added, letting a second player control Bubsy’s nephew or niece. Plus, Bubsy can now take three hits before losing a life, boosting the game’s fault tolerance.
Bubsy II offers more diverse level designs, including a music-themed world, medieval era, Egyptian area, outer space zone, and WWI biplane dogfights. Each level has unique enemies and challenges, like dive-bombing penguins, flying pig herds, and turbo-powered sheep, delivering a rich gaming experience.
Upon release, the game received mostly positive reviews, with many critics praising its humor and nonlinear gameplay.
Overall, Bubsy II is a fun, challenging game perfect for fans of classic gameplay and adventure elements. Its distinct art style, rich level design, and varied enemies make it a shining gem among 1990s platformers.