Last Blade 2 is a 2D weapon-based fighting game released by SNK for the SEGA Dreamcast in 2000. The game first appeared in arcades on the Neo Geo MVS hardware before reaching home consoles, and the Dreamcast port stands as one of the most faithful conversions of the era. Set in late 19th century Japan during the Bakumatsu period, the story follows a cast of samurai, ronin, and mystical warriors caught in a conflict tied to the opening of a gate between worlds. The core gameplay centers on swordplay, with each character wielding a unique weapon such as a katana, naginata, or spear. Players choose between Speed and Power styles at the character select screen, which changes how moves chain together and how much damage each strike deals. A repel system lets fighters parry incoming attacks at the right moment, creating openings for heavy counters. The hand-drawn sprites, painted backgrounds, and orchestral score give the game a strong sense of place and period mood.
Updated: Jun 22, 2026
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510 MB · Dreamcast ROMs
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Specifications
| Platform | Dreamcast ROMs |
|---|---|
| Genre | Fighting |
| File Size | 510 MB |
| Release Year | 2000 |
| Developer | SNK |
| Updated | Jun 22, 2026 |
Overview
Last Blade 2 is a 2D weapon-based fighting game released by SNK for the SEGA Dreamcast in 2000. The game first appeared in arcades on the Neo Geo MVS hardware before reaching home consoles, and the Dreamcast port stands as one of the most faithful conversions of the era. Set in late 19th century Japan during the Bakumatsu period, the story follows a cast of samurai, ronin, and mystical warriors caught in a conflict tied to the opening of a gate between worlds. The core gameplay centers on swordplay, with each character wielding a unique weapon such as a katana, naginata, or spear. Players choose between Speed and Power styles at the character select screen, which changes how moves chain together and how much damage each strike deals. A repel system lets fighters parry incoming attacks at the right moment, creating openings for heavy counters. The hand-drawn sprites, painted backgrounds, and orchestral score give the game a strong sense of place and period mood.
The roster contains twenty fighters, including several new faces and hidden bosses that expand on the original Last Blade. Game modes include Arcade, Versus, Survival, Practice, and Time Attack, giving solo players plenty of reasons to return after the main story ends. Two-player matches run locally with a second controller, and the Dreamcast version adds a Gallery mode with character art, profiles, and music tracks pulled from the development files. Each fighter has a personal ending tied to the larger plot, which encourages players to clear the arcade ladder multiple times. The combat system rewards careful spacing, well-timed parries, and smart use of super moves drawn from a three-tier power gauge. Stages range from snow-covered shrines and bamboo forests to riverside docks at sunset, each painted with care and accompanied by its own theme. Last Blade 2 remains a high point for SNK fighting games on the Dreamcast and a lasting favorite among fans of classic weapon combat and Japanese period settings.