Thinking of gettin shocktroopers 2......

jocappy · May 16, 2004

I just got shocktroopers and was wondering if shocktroopers 2 is as cool or better than the original? Opinions....joe

Spike Spiegel · May 17, 2004

jocappy said:
I just got shocktroopers and was wondering if shocktroopers 2 is as cool or better than the original? Opinions....joe

I don't know a single person that thinks ST2 is better than the first. The first has style... a good feel. The second one isn't even the same game, if you ask me.

My GOD do I hate the sfx of troops in that game. Lame.

Spike

SNKJorge · May 17, 2004

ST2 isn't that bad. I mean, it's not comparable to the first, but it has its moments.

BBH · May 17, 2004

Spike Spiegel said:
I don't know a single person that thinks ST2 is better than the first.

Tarma thinks 2nd Squad is the better game. I think he's clinically insane. :loco:

but anyways. I think Shock Troopers: 2nd Squad is still a great game, and worth a try if you REALLY like the first one. But it doesn't hold a candle to the majesty that is the original. It's almost an entirely different sequel, it's not the same engine with a few different levels and enemies (*cough cough metal slug cough*), everything is changed. Some things for the better (vehicles, unique bosses), some things for the worse (damage, number of levels, graphic style, etc). Just don't go into it thinking you're going to be playing the same exact game as part 1.

Verythrax · May 17, 2004

ST2 is a GREAT game. It really impressed me when I first saw it.

Just don't consider it a sequel, but an original game.

Electroman · May 17, 2004

So theoretically if a person felt that commando-style of games were one of their favorites ever, and even liked Ninja Commando, Commando, Guerilla War, Ikari, Iron Tank, really likes MERCS, Elemental Master, and Adore Shock Troopers 1...

then this person should theoretically could really like Shock Troopers 2... right? :loco:

EDIT: After reading the reviews on this site by BBH and Dan Elektro, I read that you can jump in other vehicles. In any way, is ST2 similar to SNK's older commando games like Iron Tank, Guerilla War, and Ikari Warriors? Does it emphasize the usage of equipment? If so, I think that's a big plus. K,thx.

Freelancer · May 17, 2004

I had it and grew tired of it pretty quickly.
The gameplay is fun, but the levels are too short and kind same-same. Yeah, there are a few multiple routes you can take, but whatever.

My biggest gripe...the boss battles. They take too long to play out and factor in the slowdown and you have some overly repetitive gameplay that grows old fast.

jocappy · May 17, 2004

Well i did really like the first one. But I still think I will get the 2nd. Just treat it like a different game. Joe

terry.330 · May 17, 2004

I dont know if its just me but there are a couple of places in 2nd Squad that dont even look like they were finished. Its fun for awhile though.

Hidden Character · May 17, 2004

I think ST2 is better than ST, but that's just me. I had a great time w/it when it was in my local arcade back home and I always played w/ Lulu for some strange reason. Anyway, I'd go for it if I were you, but I'm not so it's your decision.

Hellsing · May 17, 2004

I have both and enjoy them, but I like the first one better. Not that the 2nd squad is a bad game its just not as good as the first.

jocappy · May 18, 2004

Just purchased it. Should be in my 4 slot soon.... jo

Liquid Snake · May 20, 2004

I like first ST better.
It provides both Lone Wolf & Team Work modes

Lagduf · May 22, 2004

MS2>MSX

Likewise

ST2>ST

BIG · May 23, 2004

ST 2 isn't quite as good as the original,but it is still very fun to play,in 1P mode.

Avoid playing it in 2P mode at all cost.....you've been warned.

Jedite · May 23, 2004

Shock Troopers is Way Better than Shock Troopers 2nd Squad because 2nd Squad has Ranagard type graphics, which looks very crappy on the Neo.

greedostick · May 31, 2004

ehh, shock troopers 2 is ok. 1 is way better as i'm sure you know now. i would much rater pick up magician lord, ninja combat, or miracle adventure. those are all better games in opinion.

Thinking of gettin shocktroopers 2......

jocappy

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