Overview and Gameplay
A crime syndicate has taken control of a modern city, pushing former police officers into a street-level fight to restore order. Streets of Rage focuses on side scrolling combat through urban stages filled with enemy waves and boss encounters.
Players move through linear stages, clearing groups of enemies using punches, kicks, and jump attacks while collecting weapons like pipes and knives. Progression is stage based, ending each area with a boss fight.
Controls And Mechanics
- Movement through city stages using directional input
- Basic attacks, jumping, and a powerful special attack option
- Weapon pickups such as pipes and knives with limited use
- Health restored by food items found during stages
- Two player co-op allows simultaneous progression through all stages
Version Notes
World Rev A represents an updated international revision with minor fixes and text adjustments while keeping core gameplay unchanged.
Release And Credits
- 1991
- Sega
- Sega Mega Drive / Sega Genesis
- Streets of Rage / Bare Knuckle: Ikari no Tetsuken
