Aero The Acro-Bat 2

Growing up, I had no idea that Aero the Acrobat had a sequel. Well, I do know now and you know what, I actually like this more than the original game.

Aero 2 is a far improved followup to the dull original. Better level design, better gameplay, better variety, all better, all around! Of the two Aero games, this is the one to play for sure.

Ratalaika Games and Shinyuden continue with their motto of reviving old glories, and this time they do so with a sequel starring the acrobatic bat.

What happened to Aero the Acro-bat 2 is quite frustrating. The game itself is somewhat fun for a 90's platformer but the port presentation is horrendous. It doesn't even look like a planned change but the release of a beta they forgot to finish up.

Aero the Acro-Bat 2 might have not been instant buy in 1994, but nowadays the game is a reminder of what a cozy platformer was back then. It's worth its low price for nostalgia, if not any other reason.

Unlike the original, this sequel manages to align more closely with other mascot platformers, making for a more enjoyable experience

Once again, I’m in awe that Aero the Acro-Bat 2 was crafted, and I think I’m grateful for the ideology. Clearly, the devs saw something in the game that players did not, and they were able to craft a second one. Sure, Aero may have been “best new character” of 1993, but they were also giving away the game to anyone who sent them a postcard, so it’s a tossup as to what the success level truly was.