Play Strider Ii Online

Strider II came out for the Sega Genesis in 1990, developed by Tiertex Design Studios. It was part of that wave of action games that filled the console's library, a time when side scrolling adventures were common. You step into the role of Hiryu, a futuristic ninja operative. Your mission is to hunt down the evil Grandmaster and put a stop to his plans.

You move through levels screen by screen, clearing each area of enemies before you can proceed. Your main tool is a beam sword called the Cypher, which you use for close range slashing attacks. You also have a limited ability to climb certain walls and ceilings, which adds a bit of vertical exploration to the mostly linear stages. The game moves at a fast pace, and the difficulty can be unforgiving, demanding quick reflexes to deal with the constant enemy assaults. Playing it feels like a relentless, high speed dash through a hostile world.