Predator 2

Predator 2 is a 2D side-scrolling action game developed by Teeny Weeny Games and published by Acclaim in 1992 for the Master System, based on the 1990 film. Players control LAPD Lieutenant Mike Harrigan through seven horizontally scrolling levels set in a dystopian Los Angeles, including streets, rooftops, subways, and an alien spacecraft. The primary objectives are to rescue hostages—losing three results in an automatic Game Over—and defeat drug dealers while evading the Predator's deadly three-dot laser sight. Harrigan can shoot in eight directions with his standard pistol, and collectible weapons include grenades, shotguns, machine guns, rifles, and the Predator's own smart disc.

Master System

This 8-bit version differs significantly from its 16-bit counterpart, which uses an isometric perspective; the Master System adopts a side-scrolling format. The game offers checkpoints and a password system to save progress, but lacks continues. Critics delivered mixed reviews, with Sega Master Force awarding 68%. While praised for its responsive controls, consistent framerate, and detailed graphics capturing the film's urban atmosphere, it was criticized for repetitive level design, lack of enemy variety, and frustrating hit detection. The music was considered serviceable but unmemorable, with grating sound effects noted as an annoyance. Some reviewers highlighted that the standard pistol is effective enough to make most special weapons redundant, undermining the incentive to seek them out. While considered a competent but unremarkable shooter, it is now a rare collector's item due to its late release.