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Rescue Rover 2 is a puzzle game released in 1991 for the MS-DOS platform. It was developed by id Software, Inc. and published by Expert Software, Inc. The game presents a top-down perspective as players navigate through a series of contained environments.

The player controls a character tasked with rescuing a dog named Rusty, who has been captured and placed in various secured rooms. Each level is a discrete puzzle room filled with obstacles such as force fields, traps, water hazards, and patrolling robots. Progression requires the player to move through these spaces with precise timing, often by manipulating objects like crates and balls. These objects can be used to block the line of sight of enemy robots or to create pathways over hazardous areas. The primary objective is to first reach the dog's location and then safely guide both characters back to the room's exit without either being harmed.

The gameplay revolves around planning sequential actions within a turn-based or deliberate movement system. Players must analyze the layout of each room, the patrol patterns of the robots, and the available interactive elements to formulate a safe route. Success depends on correctly ordering moves, such as pushing objects into specific positions before proceeding. The challenge increases across levels with the introduction of more complex room designs and additional interactive elements, requiring careful forethought to complete each puzzle.