Amongst the best beat’em up series ever created, jammin’ ‘90s beats and over the top street fighting, the iconic series Streets of Rage comes back with a masterful tribute to and revitalization of the classic action fans adore.
The core combat revolves around mashing buttons to unleash combos and special attacks against hordes of enemies. Players can perform basic punches and kicks, as well as flashy throws and juggle combos. Each of the eight playable characters, including returning favorites like Axel and Blaze as well as newcomers like Floyd and Cherry, boasts a unique fighting style with distinct move sets.
Mastering the game's robust combo system is a key part of the gameplay loop. As players land hits without taking damage, a combo meter builds up, allowing them to dish out increasingly devastating combos. Maintaining long combos requires precise timing and spacing, rewarding players who can react quickly and position themselves carefully.
Enemies exhibit a range of attacks and behaviors, from basic grunts to more complex foes that require specific strategies to defeat. Careful positioning and crowd control become essential as the game progresses and the enemy hordes grow in size and difficulty. The boss battles, in particular, task players with learning each boss's unique patterns and attack combinations to emerge victorious.
The game supports both single-player and multiplayer modes. In the cooperative mode, up to four players can team up to take on the streets, coordinating attacks, sharing health items, and reviving downed allies. The competitive versus mode, on the other hand, offers fast-paced one-on-one or team battles, leveraging the game's dynamic combat system and character differences.
Beyond the main campaign, the game provides additional modes and challenges to extend the gameplay experience. These include a challenging Boss Rush mode and an Arcade mode that focuses on high-score chasing. Players can also unlock new characters, including classic pixel-art versions of fan-favorites, by completing various in-game milestones and challenges, encouraging revisiting the game with different fighters.
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