So steer clear of Splatterhouse 2 on the Virtual Console, as it offers nothing more than what you could find in the original Splatterhouse (which is also on sale, and two dollars cheaper). But though this particular installment didn't do anything new for the series, you shouldn't write off the franchise entirely. The third game, Splatterhouse 3, completely altered the design direction of the series and will be much more worth your consideration if and when it arrives on VC. And the series is set to see a major reboot next year, through the next-gen Splatterhouse remake currently in development for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. Stay tuned and save your cash to put towards one of those superior efforts.
Presentation - 7.0
Graphics - 7.5
Sound - 7.0
Gameplay - 5.5
Lasting Appeal - 5.5
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