Earthworm Jim 2

Description

Earthworm Jim 2, created by Interplay and launched in 1996 for the SEGA Saturn, is a feat worth remembering, not only for its unique setting and wacky humour, but also for its innovative gameplay mechanics and memorable style.

The game continues the adventures of our incredibly popular anecdotal hero, Jim, an overgrown earthworm in a super suit. Earthworm Jim 2 takes the best of the first installment and adds several new elements to ensure that players won't be bored for a single moment. Like the previous game, the levels are filled with bizarre enemies, challenging bosses and absurd humour that is a complete reflection of the developers' creativity.

The gameplay mechanics of Earthworm Jim 2 are varied and each level offers a different experience. One minute you can be running and gunning around an alien farm, while the next you'll be on a rocket wing flying between obstacles. The game's greatest strength lies in its constant surprises for the player - you never know what the next level will hold, which is truly refreshing and addictive.

The game's graphics, whether in terms of detail, colour scheme or animations, are absolutely superb on the SEGA Saturn console. Every background is carefully designed and the cartoon characters move fluidly and vividly. The character design retains that quirky and bizarre style that defined the first game, but now it's even more sophisticated and fun. Earthworm Jim 2's soundtrack is another standout element of the game, with cheerful melodies and ingenious sound effects that underscore the energy and wackiness of each level.

However, while each level is unique, there are some issues that are impossible to overlook. Some levels can be overly difficult and frustrating, which may discourage players from continuing. The controls can feel unintuitive at times, and the lengthy jumping sequences can be exhausting at times. However, for fans of the original game, these flaws remain only minor blemishes in an otherwise spectacular experience.

Earthworm Jim 2 is exactly what one would expect from a sequel - bigger, better and crazier. For those who enjoyed the first installment, or just love wacky platformers, this game is an excellent example of how a sequel can succeed and bring new energy to the series. The game on the SEGA Saturn shows off its strength not only technologically, but more importantly with a rich imagination and humor that is hard to find today.