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Mega Man 2
洛克人2
Mega Man 2 is a platformer developed by Capcom and released in 1989. Players control the titular robot as he battles through eight robot master stages in any chosen order. Each defeated boss grants a unique weapon providing advantages against subsequent enemies and obstacles. The game features tight side-scrolling platforming with precise jumping and shooting mechanics. Players navigate platforms, dodge projectiles, and utilize environmental hazards strategically. After clearing all eight stages, players confront a final gauntlet with progressively difficult battles. The NES version is known for responsive controls, colorful sprite work, and memorable chiptune music. Weapon selection and stage order become crucial for survival, encouraging experimentation and strategic planning. This sequel refined the original formula with improved graphics, varied level design, and tighter enemy placement.
- Developer
- Capcom
- Released
- 1989
- Platform
- NES
- Genre
- Platformer
- Players
- 1P
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 (3K)
- Last updated
Mega Man 2 Controls — NES Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Mega Man 2 on our in-browser NES emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | A | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | B | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| Enter | Start | Start / Pause |
| Shift | Select | Select / Mode |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
Mega Man 2 Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Mega Man 2 on NES before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"Mega Man 2" NES longplay 1989
Mega Man 2 Cheat Codes
30 community-curated cheats for Mega Man 2. Tick any to activate them automatically when you click "Play with cheats" — or copy a code into your own emulator.
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Walk Through Walls
OZUEUZSXXVNAVOSE+XVEEKOSE -
Infinite lives
SXUGTPVG00A8:040000A806 -
Infinite energy
SXXTPSSE -
Start with half energy
TEKAIEGO -
Start with 1 life
PANALALA -
Start with 6 lives
TANALALA -
Start with 9 lives
PANALALE -
Gives burst-fire from normal weapon
LZVSSZYZ -
Power jumps
TANAOZGA -
Super power jumps
AANAOZGE -
Mega power jumps
APNAOZGA -
Maximum weapon energy on pick-up
GZKEYLAL
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Moonwalking
PGEAKOPX -
Infinite Air Man
009D:1ESXSSNZSA -
Infinite Wood Man
009E:1ESZVIUYSA -
Infinite Bubble Man
009F:1ESZUIKLVG -
Infinite Quick Man
00A0:1ESZVSNLVG -
Infinite Flash Man
00A1:1E -
Infinite Metal Man
00A2:1ESXKSOLVG -
Infinite Crash Man
00A3:1ESXESKLSA -
Start With 255 Life
NNKAIEGO -
255 Maximum Weapon Ammo [All Weapons - Shows Up To 28]
NYKAGUGO -
Start With 255 Weapon Ammo [All Weapons]
NNEELEGO -
Health Capsules Completely Refill Health
GZOAALAL -
Start With 9 E-Tanks
PASEGAAE -
Cannot Gain Any E-Tanks
GATEYL -
Super Jump
AANAOZGE0030:1E -
Auto Defeat Bosses At The Stage Start
OKAETO -
Weapons Travel Super Fast
EOYIKG
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mega Man 2 released?
Mega Man 2 was released in 1989 for the NES.
Who developed Mega Man 2?
Mega Man 2 was developed by Capcom, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Mega Man 2 support?
Mega Man 2 is a single-player Platformer game for the NES.
What type of game is Mega Man 2?
Mega Man 2 is a Platformer game for the NES, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Mega Man 2 for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Mega Man 2 runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Mega Man 2 in the browser?
No. Mega Man 2 streams from a public archive into a browser-side NES emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Mega Man 2?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original NES cartridge supported.
Does Mega Man 2 work on mobile devices?
Yes — the NES emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play Mega Man 2 this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Mega Man 2. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
