Streets of Rage 2
1992 • Sega
9/10Sega
Beat 'em up
The pinnacle of 16-bit beat 'em ups featuring improved gameplay, memorable characters, and an outstanding soundtrack.
Gameplay
Side-scrolling beat 'em up with multiple playable characters, each with unique movesets, fighting through urban environments.
Historical Context
Developed by Sega as an improvement over the original, focusing on better graphics, sound, and more diverse gameplay mechanics.
Fun Facts
- • Considered the best game in the Streets of Rage series
- • Features one of gaming's greatest soundtracks by Yuzo Koshiro
- • Blaze Fielding became a fan-favorite character
Cultural Impact
Set the standard for 16-bit beat 'em ups and influenced the genre with its character variety and electronic music.
Review
Streets of Rage 2 perfected the beat 'em up formula with smooth controls, varied characters, and an unforgettable electronic soundtrack.