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1995

Tekken 2

Short Overview

Tekken 2 is the second entry in Namco's legendary fighting series, released in arcades in 1995. Building on the success of the original, it offered more fighters, sharper graphics, and more refined gameplay. Between its responsive controls and its varied roster, it quickly became one of the most popular fighting cabinets in the arcades.

Tekken 2

Basics

  • Release1995
  • DeveloperNamco
  • ProducerSeiichi Ishii
  • Genre3D Fighting
  • Players1–2 players
  • HardwareNamco System 11

What Makes This Cabinet Special

Over 25 playable charactersSpectacular combos and throwsDistinct martial arts stylesCinematic endings and character stories

Controls

8-way joystickLeft hand and right hand buttonsLeft leg and right leg buttons

Play It Live!

Pick your favourite fighter, master the legendary combos, and battle your friends for the glory of the King of Iron Fist Tournament at the Arcade Hungary museum!

Insert Coin

New Fighters, New Challenges

The second King of Iron Fist Tournament once again puts the Mishima family at the centre of the story, but plenty of new challengers step into the ring as well. Every character comes with their own fighting style, special moves, and personal story. Pick your favourite fighter, learn the combos, and defeat your opponents in best-of-three bouts. Precise timing, solid defence, and well-chosen attacks decide who walks away as champion.

Did You Know?

Tekken 2 was the first 3D fighting game to become a serious rival to the Street Fighter and Virtua Fighter series. After its arcade success, the PlayStation version sold millions of copies worldwide and put the Tekken name firmly at the top of the genre.

Fun Facts

  • The game features over 25 playable characters.
  • This is where Jun Kazama, Lei Wulong, Bruce Irvin, and Roger first appeared.
  • Character animation and the fighting system were both significantly improved.
  • Tekken 2 became one of the most successful arcade fighting games worldwide.

Why Did It Become Legendary?

Tekken 2 refined everything that made the first game a success. With faster gameplay, better-balanced characters, and spectacular combos, many fans consider this the entry that truly made the series world famous.

Who Is It For?

If you love classic arcade brawlers and matches against friends, Tekken 2 is still a great pick. It is easy to learn, but mastering it is a serious challenge.