An excellent second Fantasy Zone entry that some prefer to the original. The pastel universe is as charming as ever with tighter level design. A shooter that has aged beautifully.
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Category
Shooter1 player3+
Description
Second Fantasy Zone featuring Opa-Opa Jr. exploring new colorful zones with new bosses. Published by Sega, released in Japan in 1990. Opa-Opa Jr. with new weapons and fantastic colorful zones and creative bosses. Second Fantasy Zone classic on Master System.
Fantasy Zone II - Opa-Opa no Namida review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
1/5
Story
★★★★★
"Anecdotal"
Gameplay
"Excellent"
Fun
"From the very first seconds"
Opa-Opa's return enriches the formula with interconnected levels and better-stocked shops, without losing any of the pastel charm and multidirectional frenzy. Choosing weapons on the fly and tracking down secret passages adds a delightful layer of strategy. Colourful, generous and as welcoming as ever, this mischievous shooter charms from the very first shots.
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Short"
Technical info
💾0,15 MB📅28/12/1987
Published by Sega
Fantasy Zone II - Opa-Opa no Namida (Master System) price, value & rarity
The original Japanese edition of Fantasy Zone II, subtitled Opa-Opa no Namida, sequel to Sega's cult shooter with new zones and bosses. Its desirability rests on that distinct local title, the original Japanese pressing and the series' place in the pantheon of Sega shooters. Collectors seek this Japanese version for its own subtitle and its precedence over the Western editions of the same game.
Is Fantasy Zone II - Opa-Opa no Namida still worth playing in 2026?
A direct sequel to Sega's cult shooter, Fantasy Zone II brings back Opa-Opa Jr. in new pastel zones full of adorable enemies and inventive bosses, adding a portal system linking sub zones. The formula keeps its enchanting visual charm, its weapon shop and its free scrolling, while expanding exploration and strategy. The result stays demanding but rewarding. For a retro shooter fan, a Fantasy Zone series fan or someone curious about the cute em up, the title keeps an intact visual sweetness and play pleasure.
