Keaton
A selectable pilot associated with one of the game's aircraft.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick | Move the aircraft |
|---|---|
A | Fire the main weapon |
B | Use a bomb |
Control notes
Arcade cabinet button labels and control layouts can vary by installation.
How it plays
How does Aero Fighters 2 play?
The game uses a top-down vertical perspective. Players destroy enemy aircraft, ground targets, installations, and bosses while moving through a fixed sequence of scrolling stages.
Weapon icons improve the main shot, while bombs damage enemies and provide emergency protection. Each aircraft has distinct firing characteristics, and the campaign ends after the final boss. One- and two-player modes are available.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Aero Fighters 2?
Stay near the lower portion of the screen so incoming threats have less time to reach you, but move early when enemies enter from the sides.
- Collect shot power-ups when the screen is relatively clear.
- Save bombs for dense bullet patterns, dangerous bosses, or a mistake-recovery situation.
- Learn each boss's attack cycle and keep a route open rather than focusing only on damage.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Keith
A selectable pilot in the international fighter roster.
Mao Mao
A selectable pilot associated with the Chinese aircraft.
Hien
A selectable pilot associated with the Japanese aircraft.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Learn the weapon behavior of each aircraft before committing to a difficult route.
- 2
In two-player games, avoid overlapping unnecessarily so both players retain room to dodge.
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