{"product_id":"virtua-fighter-2-genesis","title":"Virtua Fighter 2 - for Genesis","description":"\u003cp\u003eVirtua Fighter 2 arrived on the Sega Genesis in 1996, developed by Data East and published by Sega of America, bringing the most talked about fighting game of the arcades home to 16 bit hardware. Instead of chasing polygons, this version rebuilds the arcade experience with hand drawn sprites, vibrant colors and detailed stage backgrounds that show what the Genesis could still do late in its life. All eight fighters from the arcade roster are here, and that mix of a famous 3D name reworked as a 2D fighter is what makes Virtua Fighter 2 stand out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatches are one on one across rounds, with a single player run through the roster and a two player mode for matches against a friend on the couch. Each of the eight characters keeps a recognizable style, from grapplers who punish a careless approach to quick strikers who crowd you at close range, and the Genesis pad maps cleanly onto punch, kick and guard. Throws, ring positioning and careful spacing all matter, so Virtua Fighter 2 rewards players who learn the distance game rather than mashing buttons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers keep coming back to Virtua Fighter 2 because it is a genuine oddity with real charm: a conversion that had no business existing on a 16 bit console, made with obvious care for the characters and the look of the arcade game. It landed very late in the Genesis story, which is part of why it is such a satisfying find for collectors. If you are building a Genesis fighting shelf, or a collection from the console's final years, Virtua Fighter 2 belongs on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e NTSC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1996\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Data East\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCartridge Only: No Box or Manual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease note that this listing is for the \u003cstrong\u003egame cartridge only\u003c\/strong\u003e. The original box, instruction manual, and any other accessories are not included with this purchase unless explicitly stated in the listing. What you receive is exactly what you need to play: the cartridge itself, tested and confirmed working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis game has been tested and is fully functional. We do not authenticate or certify originality, and listings are intended for players and everyday collectors rather than professional grading or authentication purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImages \u0026amp; Regional Differences\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nProduct images are for reference only. Label artwork, cartridge color, and regional markings (PAL or NTSC) may vary from the item you receive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Genesis","offers":[{"title":"NTSC","offer_id":53163919180058,"sku":"SJ-VIRTUA-FIGHTER-2-Genesis-NTSC-T","price":34.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/4615\/8874\/files\/3268c322-4765-4fec-ba87-6dff5211ccad.png?v=1792710312","url":"https:\/\/sillyjoystick.com\/products\/virtua-fighter-2-genesis","provider":"SillyJoystick Gaming","version":"1.0","type":"link"}