Streets of Rage 4

Streets of Rage 4, sometimes called SoR4, picks up the beat ’em up legacy from the ’90s with fresh hand-drawn graphics and classic side-scrolling action. You jump into the shoes of familiar heroes like Axel Stone and Blaze Fielding to clean up the streets one punch at a time. It’s a straightforward brawler but with some neat modern touches, whether you’re solo or teaming up locally or online.

What’s Streets of Rage 4 About?

Think of it as your go-to side-scrolling fighter—but with an art style that looks like a comic book come to life. The goal? Smash through waves of enemies and bosses using combos, grabs, and weapons you find along the way. Simple concept, but it can get pretty intense. If you enjoyed the original Streets of Rage games, this one feels like a homecoming. Never played before? It’s a decent entry point to the genre.

Gameplay Highlights

• Pick your fighter: Each character has unique moves and strengths. Want brute force or quick combos? Your call.
• Weapon pickups: Grab pipes, knives, and other street gear. Warning: just because you pick up a sword doesn’t mean you’re a ninja—lesson learned here.
• Multiple modes: Play solo, team up online with a buddy, or gather up to four players locally.
• Stages and enemies: Levels vary in design and enemy types—expect the usual thugs plus some bosses to test your skills.

Visuals and Sound

The hand-drawn animation stands out. It’s colorful, fluid, and detailed without feeling cluttered. The soundtrack? A cool blend of synth and electronic beats, pumping up the mood without stealing the show.

Is Streets of Rage 4 Worth Trying?

If you’re into classic beat ’em ups or just want a simple, solid brawler, Streets of Rage 4 delivers. It doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it offers enough polish and choice to stay engaging. Need a challenge? You got it. Looking for nostalgia? It’s right there, but with a modern twist.

One piece of advice: don’t get too attached to your weapons—they disappear fast and so does your health if you’re sloppy. Grab the game, jump in, and see if you can clean up these streets. It’s a beat ’em up that respects its roots but isn’t stuck in the past.