The Great Battle Gaiden 2: Matsuri da Wasshoi (1994)
The Great Battle Gaiden 2: Matsuri da Wasshoi (literally "The Great Battle Side Story 2: It's a Festival, Wasshoi!") is an action-platformer game developed and published by Banpresto for the Super Famicom, released on January 28, 1994. It is a spin-off of the Great Battle series, which features super-deformed versions of iconic characters from the Ultraman, Kamen Rider, and Gundam franchises. This title is a lighthearted, festival-themed action game where players control the heroes in a series of comedic, carnival-style levels. Banpresto, known for their crossover games, brought their signature humor and action expertise to this spin-off.
Gameplay and Action Mechanics
The Great Battle Gaiden 2 is a side-scrolling action game where players can control heroes from the Compati Hero universe, including Ultraman, Kamen Rider, and Gundam, each with unique attack styles. The game's levels are set in a festive, carnival-themed world, with levels based on various festival games, such as target shooting, racing, and platforming challenges. The game also features a "party" system, where players can switch between characters to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. The game's tone is humorous and lighthearted, with a focus on fun and entertainment.
The game includes a two-player cooperative mode, where friends can team up and battle through the stages together. The game's visual style is colorful and cartoonish, with large, expressive SD sprites and vibrant, festive backgrounds. The soundtrack features upbeat and playful music that matches the game's comedic tone.
The Great Battle Gaiden 2: Matsuri da Wasshoi received positive reviews for its fun gameplay and crossover appeal, becoming a popular title among fans of the Compati Hero series. It remains a nostalgic classic for fans of tokusatsu and anime crossovers.