Guardians or Denjin Makai II is a 2D side-scrolling beat 'em-up and sequel to Denjinmakai taking place in a futuristic setting and eight playable character to choose from. Returning characters are: wrestler Tarukusu (now named Tulks), beastman Zeldia (now transformed in a blue haired winged female), robot Belva (now upgraded to P. Belva) and the now blonde Kurokishi. The new characters are Girulian, Rou, ninja Jinrei and beastman Skullbyule. As you make progress you encounter numerous different enemies including monsters, animals mutants, cyborg, robots and bosses. Barrels and crates can be picked up and thrown at enemies. Enemies can drop items like a sword that can be equipped and used. Along the way health can be replenished by consuming food. The game can be played solo or with a friend.