Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: Battle Nexus is a beat 'em up video game released for the GameCube, serving as a sequel to the 2003 title. It features a 4-player multiplayer mode, allowing players to control each of the four turtles, each possessing unique abilities and fighting moves. The game includes single-player functionality, enabling character switching to complete various tasks, and features racing sections across different terrains. Players can discover secret items and power-ups, including content from the original 1980s arcade game.
The sequel to 2003's updated beat 'em up, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: Battle Nexus sets the turtle quartet on another adventure from the series' second season, this time allowing the entire team to work together via a 4-player multiplayer mode.
Each turtle now has their own unique ability and special fighting moves that fit in with their personality: such as operating switches and computers, or moving or destroying stationary objects. In single-player mode, players can switch turtles on the fly in order to accomplish the various tasks. Throughout some levels, the turtles also have racing sections over various terrains.
As players progress through the game, they can find secret items, abilities, and power-ups, including the original late 1980's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles arcade game.