Fantasy Zone II - The Tears of Opa-Opa (MC-8123, 317-0057)

Pilot Opa-Opa’s whimsical flying machine through a series of vibrant worlds in Sega's Fantasy Zone II - The Tears of Opa-Opa. This fast-paced horizontal shooter tasks you with eliminating large creatures within each stage to advance. Along the way, smaller enemies will try to impede your progress as you navigate the colorful environments. Defeating bosses rewards you with dollar bills that can be spent at in-game shops on useful items and powerful weaponry like laser beams and improved wing attachments. A direct adaptation of the Sega Master System game, Fantasy Zone II features gameplay driven by a timer encouraging swift stage completion. Progress is tracked through counters displaying destroyed targets, adding a layer of challenge reminiscent of earlier games in the series. Successful consecutive enemy destruction also yields currency, creating opportunities to build your arsenal and enhance Opa-Opa’s capabilities. Running on Sega's System E hardware, this arcade version provides a faithful recreation of the console experience, maintaining similar graphics and sound while introducing new scoring bonuses for seasoned players. It continues the saga begun in 1986’s Fantasy Zone, offering a unique blend of shooting action and lighthearted charm.