Streets of Rage
- August 2, 1991
- SEGA
Get on SteamStreets of Rage is a sci-fi hack and slash game originally released for the Sega Game Gear, now available in 8-bit form. With support for both single-player and multiplayer modes, players can team up in co-op mode or go solo in their fight against the city's criminal elements. Whether you're a fan of retro gaming or just looking for a fun and action-packed experience, Streets of Rage delivers.
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Reviews
- The game offers a fantastic local co-op experience, allowing players to relive nostalgic moments with friends and family.
- The pixel art graphics and top-notch music create an engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- The controls are simple and intuitive, making it easy for players to jump in and enjoy the beat-em-up action.
- The game suffers from glitches and control issues, such as accidentally grabbing co-op partners or being thrown off-screen by bosses.
- Some levels have frustrating design elements that can hinder gameplay, like overly cluttered environments.
- The emulation quality is inconsistent, particularly with sound, and there are reports of crashes when navigating menus.
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in "Shredder's Revenge," composed by Yuzo Koshiro, is highly praised for its top-notch quality and nostalgic club vibe, effectively complementing the vibrant graphics and engaging gameplay. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience, making it a worthy sequel that retains the essence of the original series.
“And the music is absolutely top-notch.”
“It's club music, written by Yuzo Koshiro, proving that the sound chip in Sega Genesis really rocked.”
“This game is a pretty awesome sequel to the earlier series, keeping the right feel to action with great gameplay and soundtrack.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Streets of Rage is a classic beat-em-up experience that effectively captures the essence of its predecessors, featuring engaging grappling mechanics and a nostalgic feel. Released in 1991, it successfully builds on the formula established by earlier titles, offering a satisfying blend of action and memorable soundtrack that resonates with players.
“The gameplay is just as good as it was back then, bringing a fantastic feeling of nostalgia.”
“This game is a pretty awesome sequel to the earlier series, keeping the right feel to action with great gameplay and soundtrack.”
“The gameplay is, of course, a beat-em-up.”
“Streets of Rage is a 2-player beat-em-up game for Sega Genesis that was released in 1991 as a response to Capcom's Final Fight and its SNES port, following the same formula of core gameplay: grappling and such.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics in "Shredder's Revenge" are celebrated for their vibrant pixel art style, which evokes nostalgia while enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the stunning visuals that complement the game's music, storyline, and dynamic character combos.
“The graphics are huge and vibrant, the music is there, story line, and insane combos that your characters can perform in mid-air!”
“The graphics are gorgeous!”
“"Shredder's Revenge" puts more focus on nostalgia with its graphics, music, and bosses.”
“The graphics are huge and vibrant, but they don't compensate for the overall lack of detail.”
“The graphics feel outdated and fail to meet modern standards.”
“While the pixel art style has its charm, it often feels too simplistic and lacks depth.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits stability issues, with users reporting various glitches, including instances where simultaneous actions by bosses can lead to unexpected outcomes, such as being thrown off-screen.
“However, the simple launcher has its fair share of glitches as well.”
“It still contains some glitches; I was thrown by both wrestler bosses at the same time on stage 8, which caused me to be thrown out of the screen and complete the game.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story revolves around a revenge-driven quest to defeat punks and a criminal syndicate that has overtaken the city, reminiscent of classic beat 'em up games like Final Fight. Players engage in vibrant graphics and dynamic gameplay, featuring impressive mid-air combos that enhance the narrative experience.
“The plot revolves around a revenge-driven narrative where characters confront punks and a criminal syndicate that has taken over the city.”
“The storyline is engaging, complemented by vibrant graphics and an incredible soundtrack, making the overall experience immersive.”
“The plot is about people seeking revenge against punks and a criminal syndicate that have taken over the city, which feels overly familiar and uninspired.”
“The story lacks depth and originality, making it hard to engage with the characters or their motivations.”
“Despite the potential for an interesting narrative, the execution falls flat, leaving players feeling disconnected from the storyline.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when it comes to earning single-player trophies and achievements in a co-op-focused game. Many express a desire to engage in cooperative play rather than repetitively completing single-player tasks.
“Tedious single player trophies and achievements.”
“This is a co-op game, but playing single player 8 times has been tedious for me. I would much rather be playing co-op and enjoying the game as intended.”
