Can I play Strider 2 on PC, Mac or Linux?

Strider 2 Recompiled covers Windows, macOS and Linux. It's still in progress, and the latest release is v0.1.2.

What's the best way to play Strider 2 today?

Strider 2 Recompiled is the one to pick, and it runs on Windows, Linux and macOS. It's still in progress, and the latest release is v0.1.2.

Is Strider 2 Recompiled still being worked on?

It's still maintained. The last commit landed in August 2026. The latest release, v0.1.2, came out in August 2026.

Who's behind Strider 2 Recompiled?

Strider 2 Recompiled is made by strider973.

Do I need the original game?

Your own copy of Strider 2 is still required. The projects rebuild only the code, and the art, audio and levels come from the copy you already own.

Strider 2: native ports & recompilations

ArcadePlayStationPlayStation 3PlayStation Portable1999by Capcom

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37 GitHub stars across ports

Strider 2 (Arcade, 1999) has 1 native port. The most popular is Strider 2 Recompiled with 37 GitHub stars. You can play it natively on Linux, macOS, Windows.

Native ports

Strider 2 Recompiled
Static recompilationv0.1.2 · 2026-08-29Maintained
WindowsLinuxmacOSAI-assisted · ClaudeEvidencecommit: commit message trailer names Claude
- strider973
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37 GitHub stars
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About

Strider 2, released in arcades and on the Sony PlayStation in 2000, is the sequel to the popular arcade and multiplatform game Strider. This game is considered the true sequel to the original Strider, rather than Strider Returns. Strider Returns is not considered a part of the series, as it was not developed by Capcom, it was exclusive to the west, and most people hated it. Strider 2, on the other hand, was very well received. Unfortunately, despite being hailed by critics and series fans, Strider 2 did not sell well. The PlayStation version of the game included the original Strider on a separate disc, for those who had never played it to become accommodated with the series. In the United States, there was a printing error for the game that swapped the labelling of each CD, so the Strider 2 disc was labelled Strider, and the Strider disc was labelled Strider 2.

Frequently asked questions

Can I play Strider 2 on PC, Mac or Linux?: Strider 2 Recompiled covers Windows, macOS and Linux. It's still in progress, and the latest release is v0.1.2.
What's the best way to play Strider 2 today?: Strider 2 Recompiled is the one to pick, and it runs on Windows, Linux and macOS. It's still in progress, and the latest release is v0.1.2.
Is Strider 2 Recompiled still being worked on?: It's still maintained. The last commit landed in August 2026. The latest release, v0.1.2, came out in August 2026.
Who's behind Strider 2 Recompiled?: Strider 2 Recompiled is made by strider973.
Do I need the original game?: Your own copy of Strider 2 is still required. The projects rebuild only the code, and the art, audio and levels come from the copy you already own.