Leonardo
The balanced turtle who fights with two swords.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Control notes
DOS control mappings may vary by release or configuration.
No reliable universal keyboard mapping is listed here.
How it plays
How does Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Arcade Game play?
The game uses a side-view perspective and a sequence of scrolling stages. The main objective is to defeat waves of Foot soldiers, mutants, robots, and bosses while advancing through each area.
Players can move horizontally and vertically within the playfield, strike nearby enemies, jump over hazards, and use stage objects or weapons when available. Each turtle has a distinct weapon and slightly different reach. Progress is stage-based, with boss encounters marking major sections of the campaign.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Arcade Game?
Stay mobile and avoid being surrounded. Clear enemies at the edge of the screen before advancing, and use each turtle's weapon range to control spacing.
Save powerful attacks and useful weapons for crowded encounters or bosses. In multiplayer, spread out enough to cover both sides without separating so far that one player is overwhelmed.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Donatello
The turtle whose bo staff provides excellent reach.
Michelangelo
The energetic turtle who uses nunchaku.
Raphael
The aggressive turtle who fights with sai.
April O'Neil
The reporter whose kidnapping drives the rescue mission.
Shredder
The leader of the Foot Clan and the principal villain.
Bebop
A mutant warthog serving the Foot Clan.
Rocksteady
A mutant rhinoceros and Bebop's partner.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Attack enemies before they can form a surrounding group.
- 2
Use long-reach weapons to hit enemies safely.
- 3
Learn boss attack patterns instead of trading damage.
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