A Vivid Image Second Samurai platformer, spiritual successor to First Samurai. More generous, more playable, lovely for European action fans.
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Platformer2 players12+
Co-op
Description
Two samurai battle enemy hordes in this Millennium Mega Drive platformer. Published by Millennium, released in Europe in 1994. Platformer with two samurai of distinct styles battling enemies in medieval Japan, varied levels and powerful bosses.
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
Q1 damagedQ6 completeQ10 new
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Collector interest
Second Samurai appeared only in Europe on the Mega Drive, with British studio Vivid Image delivering this cooperative platformer that North America never received on cartridge. This PAL exclusivity, a sequel to the home computer game First Samurai, mechanically restricts supply to European clamshell copies alone. Its roots in the UK 16 bit development scene and its absence across the Atlantic sustain targeted regional demand.
Is Second Samurai still worth playing in 2026?
An action platformer from Vivid Image, Second Samurai sends a warrior and his companion across the ages to face enemy hordes, in an adventure blending sword combat, platforming and two player co-op. The scope of the levels, the variety of situations and the duo play bring a real generosity, backed by polished sprites. The difficulty stays high and the handling sometimes stiff. For a fan of ambitious retro action platforming or someone curious about a refreshing co-op adventure, the title keeps a definite richness and cachet.
