Play Hudson's Adventure Island 2 (EU) Online

Hudson's Adventure Island 2 came out for the NES in 1991, developed and published by Hudson Soft. It was part of that wave of late NES platformers that really pushed the hardware, offering more complex levels and a bigger world to explore than many earlier titles on the system.

You control Master Higgins, who must rescue his girlfriend Tina by traveling through eight distinct worlds. The game expands on the original with new mechanics, like riding dinosaurs that grant unique abilities; the Pteranodon lets you fly, while the Orca helps you swim. You explore screen by screen, collecting fruit to maintain health and searching for hidden items that unlock new paths. The pacing is brisk, and the difficulty is substantial but fair, with precise jumps and thoughtful enemy placement. It feels satisfying to master each stage and discover its secrets.