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Streets of Rage

Sega's definitive 16-bit beat-'em-up where ex-cops Axel, Blaze, and Adam clean up crime-ridden streets. Features Yuzo Koshiro's iconic techno soundtrack and cooperative gameplay.

Platform

Genesis

Year

1991

Genre

Beat 'em up

Developer

Sega

Controls

←→Move
Jump
Crouch
AAttack
BJump
CSpecial (Police Backup)

About This Game

Introduced the 'Police Backup' mechanic - calling in screen-clearing special attacks via walkie-talkie.

Pioneered multi-plane movement allowing characters to step between foreground and background lanes.

Sold over 1.5 million copies worldwide, establishing Sega as a contender in the arcade-style home market.

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