''X2'' is an arcade-style side-scrolling

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released during the

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collaboration era of

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s that created the ''

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'' series. It is the sequel to the

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shooter ''

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''. Unlike its predecessor, this game was a console exclusive.

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was slated to publish the game in North America, but it was never released in that region. A

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version of the game was scrapped during development, at least in part due to Acclaim (who would have published it in North America, as with the PlayStation version) withdrawing support for the Saturn. Retired pilot Commander Miner is called out of retirement as he is one of the best and last remaining pilots qualified to take the fight to the invading aliens. Unlike most shoot 'em ups, ''X2'' allows the player to keep the

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s they have acquired when they lose a life.

Reception

The ''

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'' review team gave the game a 5.75 out of 10, with all four reviewers save Sushi-X agreeing that the game looks good but is frustratingly difficult to the point where it is not fun to play, with numerous points where it is impossible to avoid taking hits. ''

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''s Gideon commented, "Although the graphics and sound effects are above average, the overall game experience is too chaotic; in fact, at times it's difficult to identify shots onscreen or to differentiate your own firepower from that of your enemies."

References

External links

Gamespot: ''X2'' for PS
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