Streets of Red: Devil's Dare

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Streets of Red: Devil's Dare is a single player and multiplayer arcade hack and slash game with a horror theme. It was developed by Secret Base and was released on February 22, 2019. It received positive reviews from both critics and players.

In Streets of Red: Devil’s Dare Deluxe, the only thing scarier than being eaten alive is running out of quarters! It’s a permadeath multiplayer horror beat’em up that bestows players with the skills of retro gaming heroes in a fight against a legion of undead monstrosities. By paying tribute and playing parody to the great horror games and films that came before it, Streets of Red: DDD balances li…

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Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a fun and addictive combat system with unique character abilities and a variety of enemy designs.
It offers great local co-op gameplay, making it enjoyable to play with friends and family.
The pixel art and references to classic games and horror films add a nostalgic charm to the experience.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including poor controller mapping and performance problems on different operating systems.
Gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks originality, relying heavily on references rather than offering a compelling narrative or unique mechanics.
Characters are sluggish and the overall combat lacks depth, making it less engaging compared to classic beat 'em ups.

gameplay
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The gameplay of "Streets of Red: Devil's Dare Deluxe" is praised for its simplicity and directness, making it accessible while also incorporating a fatality system that adds depth. Reviewers highlight the game's nostalgic arcade feel and note that it remains engaging even after extended play, positioning it as one of the most feature-rich beat 'em ups available.
- “The controls and gameplay were simple and straight to the point.”
- “The fatality system added depth to the gameplay.”
- “Streets of Red: Devil’s Dare Deluxe brings me back to those arcade games with some of the funniest and craziest gameplay.”
- “Not a review, just an opinion of the first 15 minutes of gameplay.”
- “Personal preferences aside, it's probably the most complete beat'em up I ever played when it comes to gameplay features.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have been criticized for being drab and uninteresting, resembling those of mediocre indie games, which detracts from the overall experience. While some users found the visuals intuitive, the lack of depth and style in the art design has led to a perception that the game relies too heavily on references to other titles rather than establishing its own identity.
- “The art style is like so many mediocre indie games: drab, uninteresting, and lacking in style.”
- “The graphics feel uninspired and fail to create an engaging visual experience.”
- “The overall aesthetic is disappointing, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
replayability
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Players highlight the game's high replayability due to its diverse paths, hidden characters, and responsive combat system, making each playthrough feel distinct and engaging. The overall value for the price further enhances the incentive to replay.
- “The combat system is very responsive, the characters feel different, and the replay value is very high.”
- “The price alone on this, and the amount of replay value, hidden characters, and different paths you can take with each playthrough.”
- “The combat system is very responsive, the characters feel different and replay value is very high.”
humor
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Players consistently highlight the humor in the game, noting that it is filled with amusing references and achievements that elicit laughter throughout the gameplay experience. The clever integration of these elements contributes significantly to the overall enjoyment.
- “The achievements and funny references really add to the humor of the game.”
- “I was laughing through the entire arcade because there are so many awesome references.”
- “The game is filled with hilarious moments that kept me entertained throughout.”
music
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The music in the game serves as a subtle background element, enhancing the overall atmosphere without being intrusive.
story
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The story is criticized for its lack of depth and clarity, leaving players confused about the motivations and events within the game. Overall, it fails to provide a compelling narrative or context for the gameplay.
- “There isn't much of a story, which doesn't explain why things are going on.”

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Streets of Red: Devil's Dare is a arcade hack and slash game with horror theme.

Streets of Red: Devil's Dare is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, Mac OS and others.

Streets of Red: Devil's Dare was released on February 22, 2019.

Streets of Red: Devil's Dare was developed by Secret Base.

Streets of Red: Devil's Dare has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Streets of Red: Devil's Dare is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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