Joust 2 - Survival of the Fittest (revision 2)

On the floating cliffs of an alien world, Joust 2 - Survival of the Fittest challenges players to take on the role of winged gladiators in a test of skill and strategy. Two players control their bird-mounted avatars, using a joystick to flap upwards and collide with enemies – a “joust” – with the higher lance prevailing. The objective is to defeat all airborne foes within each level’s unique environment, which range from lush landscapes to perilous lava fields teeming with hazards. Beyond battling buzzards and other winged creatures, players must manage the consequences of their actions; defeated enemies release eggs that can be collected for points or, if left unattended, hatch into dangerous warriors or transform into monstrous lava beings. Special "Gold Egg" opportunities offer rewards like score bonuses or even extra lives, but require quick reflexes to seize before a timer expires. Featuring thirty-five distinct levels and challenging boss encounters with colossal knights, Joust 2 builds upon the foundation of the original classic while introducing new dangers and strategic depth for both solo and cooperative play. The game’s distinctive vertical monitor cabinet marked a visual departure from its predecessor, bringing updated artwork to the arcade floor in 1986.