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Streets of Rage 4
Critics Consensus (Play It)
While its length and lack of extra modes might make it feel slim, Streets of Rage 4 is an excellent, concentrated stroll down memory lane.
Game Info
Streets of Rage 4 will be the first entry to the core series in 25 years, standing as Axel, Adam or Blaze’s glorious return to serving up side-scrolling beatdowns. With lush hand-drawn animations, new combat abilities, and fresh tracks from an amazing team of composers, Streets of Rage 4 will be a masterful tribute to and revitalization of the classic action fans adore.
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Average Score
Total Reviews: 110
Editors' Choice, Nom: Best Action Game (2020)
Silver TIER
40% of scored reviews fell within the range of 86 to 92 / 100
RELEASE DATES:
GENRES:
- Action, Fighting
DEVELOPER(S):
- Guard Crush Games
- Lizardcube
PUBLISHER(S):
- DotEmu
SERIES/FRANCHISE:
- n/a
GAME MODES:
- Multiplayer, Single player
Where to Play
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RATING & REVIEWS
Ratings & Reviews
110
Critic Reviews
86
Average Critic Score
Where to Play
CRITIC REVIEWS
All reviews are from professional critics. Learn more about the critics VSG aggregates.
High Score
100%
Median Score
88%
Low Score
65%
Wes Fenlon (PC Gamer)
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76/100
“Streets of Rage doesn’t do much to innovate, but it’s a beautiful brawler with just enough depth to stay engaging through multiple runs.”
Martin Robinson (Eurogamer)
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Recommended
“Glorious artwork and a fan’s eye for detail combine for a sequel that manages to best its forebears.”
Paul Tamayo (Kotaku)
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Recommended
“I will continue to play an absurd amount of this game in the years to come, and I’m glad to fit it into rotation when deciding which in the series I want to dive into with friends.”
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Score Ranges
Read the Reviews (110 total)
| Outlet | Author | Score | Date | Quote | Read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33bits | Jose Antonio Calvo Ceniceros | 85 / 100 | 05-11-2020 | A direct and updated sequel to the saga and the same brawler genre, with quality and respect. Classic form and modes in a work so indebted to the past games of the saga, as pampered and cared for the public of the 21st century. The return of Streets of Rage is direct fun and delicious rhythm, to return to it on multiple occasions as demanded by the best exponents of the brawler of yesteryear. | Read review |
| 3DNews | Алексей Лихачев | 9 / 10 | 05-09-2020 | Creators of Streets of Rage 4 decided to forget about innovations and instead made us nostalgic by offering a classic gameplay with minor new features. And that’s exactly what a lot of fans wanted. | Read review |
| Areajugones | Alfonso Cánovas | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | After twenty-five years, one of the best beloved beat ’em ups of all time returns. Street of Rage 4 is a perfect continuation of the saga adapted to the current times with great gameplay, many end game incentives and a fun and frantic soundtrack. | Read review |
| Ars Technica | Sam Machkovech | Recommended | 04-29-2020 | SoR4 is easy to share with friends and easy to get hooked on. | Read review |
| Atomix | Alberto Desfassiaux | 90 / 100 | 05-20-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is much more than just nostalgia and fan service. Streets of Rage 4 is the revival of the beat em’ up genre and a must have no matter what. | Read review |
| Attack of the Fanboy | Brandon Adams | 4 / 5 stars | 04-29-2020 | Meet Streets of Rage 4 on its own terms and you’ll discover a sometimes cheap, yet often rewarding revival of a once dead franchise. The soundtrack is stellar, art design fantastic, animations superb, and controls precise. But, if you expected all the former sins of the genre to be absolved after 26 years you’ll have to look elsewhere. | Read review |
| AusGamers | Kosta Andreadis | 7.5 / 10 | 05-05-2020 | Proving that the series’ music has aged better than any bottled grape juice, whilst re-affirming that there’s still room for a solid beat-em up in today’s crowded market. | Read review |
| BaziCenter | Farnood Samie Yousefi | 8.5 / 10 | 05-03-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is back after 26 years, and it feels exactly the same as before. It can serve as a great example to the new generation on how we used to game, and the original fans of the series will find themselves in heaven with it. | Read review |
| Bazimag | Sina Golab Zade | 8.1 / 10 | 04-30-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 pulls off an almost impossible task and revives a long dormant franchise in a very satisfying way. I personally would’ve liked a more gritty look and a little more innovation on the gameplay side but all in all, this is exactly what I expected from a Streets of Rage title in 2020. | Read review |
| But Why Tho? | Derrick Pittman | 9 / 10 | 05-03-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is an amazingly good time for long time fans and new ones alike. You’re immediately pulled into a beautiful and colorful world, with a soundtrack that’s extremely addicting. Whether you’re playing alone or with friends, you’re in for a damn good time! | Read review |
| CGMagazine | Zubi Khan | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | it is obvious the love and attention that went into creating Streets of Rage 4, a game made first and foremost for fans, but made accessible and engaging enough for casual players to enjoy. Streets of Rage 4 is a must play, particularly towards fans who may have been on the fence. | Read review |
| Chicas Gamers | Unknown | Recommended | 05-01-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a return to the origins with a renewed design and new mechanics that were missed in previous games. If you like beat’em up, you will love this game. Despite the short duration of story mode, it’s replayable if we want to get all the available characters or challenge ourselves to finish arcade mode. In addition, the multiplayer section gives you an extra to play the game with your friends. | Read review |
| COGconnected | Alexander Thomas | 88 / 100 | 04-29-2020 | In an era of remakes and remasters, bringing a new entry to a long dormant series is a bold and difficult thing to do. Streets of Rage 4 adds modern stylings to its classic aesthetic and gameplay to create a modern mash-up that is hard to put down. | Read review |
| Cubed3 | Michael McCann | 9 / 10 | 05-18-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 does a textbook job of balancing between the new and the old. | Read review |
| Cultured Vultures | Ashley Bates | 9 / 10 | 05-04-2020 | After a 25 year hiatus, Streets of Rage 4 is back and it’s better than it ever has been, thanks to a host of important gameplay improvements. | Read review |
| DarkZero | Simon Lundmark | 9 / 10 | 05-19-2020 | At eleven chapters it’s the perfect length, and yet I can’t help but feel that I’d keep playing for as long as it kept throwing me new chapters. Then again, “New Game” is right there. The same thugs will happily line right back up, likely with the added confidence of a higher difficulty setting, and I’ll be just as happy to keep punching them. | Read review |
| DASHGAMER.com | Dan Rizzo | 9.5 / 10 | 05-05-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 has re-awoken from its elongated dormancy. In its inspirational comeback to prominence, the beat ’em up brawler has made an admirable effort in reaffirming the genre as a staple of the current gaming climate. | Read review |
| Destructoid | Chris Moyse | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is an absolute triumph. | Read review |
| Digital Chumps | Steven McGehee | 8.5 / 10 | 10-18-2018 | Every old school franchise should be so lucky to get such a great sequel that obviously had a lot of thought and care put in by the teams involved. Clearly, if you enjoy Streets of Rage or the side scrolling brawler, especially when playing with up to three other people, Streets of Rage 4 should be on your list of titles to get. | Read review |
| DualShockers | Otto Kratky | 7 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a great continuation of the classic series, though it doesn’t do anything revolutionary. | Read review |
| Easy Allies | Michael Huber | 4.25 / 5 stars | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 kicks the series out of hibernation with a passion for reinvigorating its legacy. | Read review |
| Eurogamer | Martin Robinson | Recommended | 04-29-2020 | Glorious artwork and a fan’s eye for detail combine for a sequel that manages to best its forebears. | Read review |
| Expansive | Brad Baker | Recommended | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a monumental effort. It’s easy to fall into, compelling enough to keep you interested, and is a more than worthy sequel to one of the most beloved franchises ever made. | Read review |
| Explosion Network | Dylan Blight | 8 / 10 | 05-01-2020 | A fine-tuned beat-em-up just like they used to make em’ that’s been brought to the modern era thanks to the inclusion of new features that make the franchise more accessible than ever before. | Read review |
| FingerGuns | Paul Collett | 9 / 10 | 05-05-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is not here to redefine the genre. It’s here to give fans something they have waited over 2 decades for and it doesn’t disappoint. | Read review |
| Game Informer | Joe Juba | 7 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a fun stroll down memory lane, but it doesn’t have enough depth to completely pull players in | Read review |
| Gameblog | Thomas Pillon | 8 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Twenty five years after the last episode, Streets of Rage sure is back. Filled with love for the series, Streets of Rage 4 is a dense and rich experience, thanks to more complex mecanics, lots of beautiful levels, and so many game modes to play it again and again. Too bad the promised soundtrack does not reach the same hights, and that we will have to wait for a correct online experience. | Read review |
| GameCrate | David Sanchez | 7.8 / 10 | 10-16-2020 | 9 Monkeys of Shaolin is the type of game you pick up and play over the course of a weekend or after a long day at work. The martial arts movie style works well and wears its grindhouse love on its sleeve. Combat is entertaining and challenging, and like a proper beat ’em up, you can have a friend join you for the ride. It’s over after about five hours, but in that time you’re treated to a really good time. | Read review |
| Gamefa | Aria Moghadam | 9 / 10 | 05-02-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a mighty comeback for a nostalgic Beat’em Up title and an overall great experience for old fans and newcomers. Visually, the game is very beautiful and the gameplay is smoother than ever. There are few minor issues here and there, but it absolutely worth a try. | Read review |
| GameGrin | Adam Kerr | 8 / 10 | 05-14-2020 | A fantastic arcade throwback, Streets of Rage 4 remains faithful to the classic series, whilst adding its own fresh twist. | Read review |
| GameMAG | Unknown | 8 / 10 | 05-14-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a worthy continuation of the beloved series that has preserved the atmosphere and drive of its predecessors. The developers managed not only to play on the nostalgia of fans, but also to make a modern game that cannot be accused of being too archaic. The project is undoubtedly a must-buy for fans of the genre and all those who appreciate easy-to-learn, but addictive games. | Read review |
| GamePitt | Rob Pitt | 9 / 10 | 05-01-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is the perfect sequel, it builds upon the original trilogy whilst modernising it without alienating fans. Visually the game is gorgeous, all hand-drawn with brilliant lighting effects, visual styles, character designs, and original pixel-art protagonists and special moves. The music is just as good as I remember it, allowing you to alternate between the new music or classic tunes, this really is the perfect homage to the infamous Mega Drive games. Although not a very long game, you’ll get hours of entertainment out of Streets of Rage 4 thanks to the satisfying combat and progression-based rewards. | Read review |
| GamePro | Kai Schmidt | 87 / 100 | 04-30-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a declaration of love to Sega’s spanking classic and skillfully transports the game principle into the modern age. | Read review |
| Gamer Escape | Aaron Botts | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Simply put, this is the return that fans have been waiting for. | Read review |
| Gamerheadquarters | Jason Stettner | 9 / 10 | 05-10-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is an excellent brawling title, one of if the not the best within the genre in literal decades. | Read review |
| Gamers Heroes | Casey Scheld | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Following up a series as renowned as Streets of Rage with a new entry is no small feat, but Streets of Rage 4 hits hard with its signature frantic action and stylish audiovisual presentation. | Read review |
| GameSkinny | Thomas Wilde | 8 / 10 | 04-28-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a surprisingly decent return to form for a franchise that’s been collecting dust for over 25 years. | Read review |
| GameSpew | Richard Seagrave | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Take nostalgia out of the equation, and Streets of Rage 4 is the best entry in the series yet. | Read review |
| GameSpot | Heidi Kemps | 8 / 10 | 05-05-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 expertly revives a beloved beat-’em-up franchise with great music, visuals, and most importantly, solid gameplay. | Read review |
| GameWatcher | Luiz Coelho | 8.5 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | All-in-all, this is the most fun I’ve had with multiplayer these past few months, and I’d recommend this game to both newcomers and Streets of Rage fanatics alike. Not only is this a heartfelt throwback to the golden years of couch co-op, but it’s also an extremely well-balanced and impeccably crafted romp through a city in need of saving. | Read review |
| GameXplain | Unknown | Recommended | 04-29-2020 | Video Review | Read review |
| GamingBolt | Matt Bianucci | 8 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 impressively combines classic arcade beat-’em-ups with modern day adjustments to create a fantastic sense of progression and reward in a retro setting. | Read review |
| GamingTrend | Devo Deaves | 90 / 100 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 proves to be a heavy hitter, paying homage to the beloved series while not being held back by what came before. The new art style shines, the soundtrack is as good as ever and I enjoyed every minute of it. It’s a game I’ll be revisiting for a long time to come. Day one purchase worthy game. | Read review |
| GBAtemp | Pranavsingh Dhunnoo | 8.5 / 10 | 05-04-2020 | There’s a little bit for everybody in Streets of Rage 4, and the attention paid by the developers to appeal to both fans of old school beat ‘em ups and newcomers is apparent and skilfully executed. | Read review |
| Geeks Under Grace | Maurice Pogue | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage is back, baby! | Read review |
| God is a Geek | Adam Cook | 9.5 / 10 | 05-04-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is wonderful. Everything from the combat to the soundtrack is crafted with a great respect for the originals, providing a fresh take on the popular series. | Read review |
| Hardcore Gamer | Chris Shive | 4 / 5 stars | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 doesn’t do much to advance the formula of classic beat ’em ups and that’s what makes it great. The game can be completed in roughly three hours, which is just enough for this type of game. Unlocking all the Easter eggs is a nice way to add to the nostalgia fix. Playing through with each character offers a slightly different game experience, but the real joy comes from playing these types of games with friends. Streets of Rage 4 is a must play for fans of retro beat ’em ups. | Read review |
| Heavy | Elton Jones | 8.5 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4’s awesome presentation, fun combat, and clever Easter Eggs for series fanatics still make it worth a recommendation. | Read review |
| Hey Poor Player | Francis DiPersio | 4.5 / 5 stars | 04-29-2020 | Online woes aside, Streets of Rage 4 is the gold standard for what a beat ’em up should be and a triumphant return to form for the series. The road to its release has been long and at times uncertain, but Dotemu, Guard Crush Games, and Lizardcube have managed to deliver a game that was well worth the 26-year wait. With stellar visuals, an unforgettable soundtrack, and a wealth of modes to enjoy, this is one game you need to have in your collection. | Read review |
| Hobby Consolas | Daniel Quesada | 88 / 100 | 04-29-2020 | If you didn’t try the previous games, you will like this one. If you did try them, you’ll absolutely love SOR 4. | Read review |
| Hynerd.it | Nicola Detti | 8 / 10 | 05-12-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 succeeds in the arduous task of representing the best of the genre to which it belongs. The developers had the ability to innovate this genre without turning it into anything else. The story can be completed in about 3/4 hours but once finished, the desire to replay it with another character is really great. | Read review |
| IGN | Dale Driver | 7 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 delivers a fun, traditional experience but prioritises nostalgia over any kind of modern reinvention. | Read review |
| IGN Italy | Alessandro Apreda | 8 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | A dive into the past, of course, but which does not bask in simple nostalgia, trying to offer the best of side-scrolling beat’em up genre, not just the Streets of Rage saga. A quarter century later, walking around a city full of thugs has probably never been this fun. | Read review |
| IGN Spain | Oriol Vall-Llovera | 8.5 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 becomes, in its own right, one more numbered SoR. Lovers of the genre will have a great time with a title that offers everything that made the beat ’em up of the 90s great. And also, it is seasoned with light but very functional novelties. It is fun, and even epic if we play together. And although it is a bit short, it offers a lot of replayability. Essential for fans of the saga and perfect to get started in the genre thanks to its multiple configuration possibilities. | Read review |
| Impulsegamer | Marcel Deer | 4.6 / 5 stars | 05-11-2020 | Does SoR4 do the franchise justice? Yes! It gives older gamers the game they’ve been waiting for while offering younger players the chance to play a comic-book esque beat-em-up that’s challenging and fun. | Read review |
| Jump Dash Roll | David Braga | 7 / 10 | 05-07-2020 | As this sort of game always did, it remains a fairly pointless one-player experience that comes alive when playing with a friend or two. For nostalgic fans of the genre, it will serve up a treat, albeit one that doesn’t last all that long. | Read review |
| Just Push Start | Grant Gaines | 4.6 / 5 stars | 04-29-2020 | Not only does Streets of Rage 4 live up to the franchise’s legacy, but it also manages to be different enough to stand out in this genre. This is one game where you won’t get far simply mashing punch and you need to make bold plays and smart combos if you want to succeed. Thankfully, the reward is high and there is a fair number of ways to try to be the best warrior you can be, even if most of the experience will be score runs. So, if you’re looking for a good modern beat ’em up game, there really isn’t many things better than Streets of Rage 4. | Read review |
| KeenGamer | Andrew Highton | 8.5 / 10 | 04-30-2020 | Despite having a hefty 26 year gap between Streets of Rage 3 and Streets of Rage 4, the franchise has thankfully not missed a step. It’s a familiar, safe, cocktail of furious on-screen fighting, blood-pumping dance beats and enchanting visuals. | Read review |
| Kotaku | Paul Tamayo | Recommended | 04-29-2020 | I will continue to play an absurd amount of this game in the years to come, and I’m glad to fit it into rotation when deciding which in the series I want to dive into with friends. | Read review |
| Marooners’ Rock | Ahmed Al-Sheikh | 9.8 / 10 | 05-18-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 was a blast to play, taking me back to my childhood and allowing me to have a reason to play with my friends. I recommend it not just to fans of the series, but as a fun introduction to this classic franchise. | Read review |
| Metro GameCentral | GameCentral | 8 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | An excellent return to form for gaming’s favourite beat ’em-up franchise and while it doesn’t represent much evolution from the original games it’s still just as much fun as ever. | Read review |
| MonsterVine | Spencer Legacy | 5 / 5 stars | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a near-perfect return for one of the most beloved beat-em-ups of all-time. | Read review |
| New Game Network | Alex Varankou | 70 / 100 | 05-06-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is both a sequel and a throwback to the original 2D brawler series. The gameplay has been tweaked and the presentation updated for the modern day, but it’s still an unabashedly retro experience that will appeal to a select few. | Read review |
| Niche Gamer | Ryan Pearson | 8 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | If you’re looking for something that elevates the genre, you may be left wanting. Though going back to basics, and doing it very well, is sure to be a delight. It’s a classic American hamburger. Streets of Rage 4 looks great, will kick your ass, and you get more out of it the more you put in. | Read review |
| Nintendo Enthusiast | Lucas White | 9 / 10 | 05-02-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is unmistakably a sequel to this classic franchise; the developers understood what made the originals so great, and expanded upon them in ways that make sense. The most lovably crafted and well-designed brawler in ages. | Read review |
| Nintendo Life | PJ O’Reilly | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is the very best the series has ever been. | Read review |
| Nintendo Times | Craig Majaski | 9 / 10 | 05-03-2020 | EXCELLENT | Read review |
| Nintendo Wire | Tom Brown | 9 / 10 | 04-30-2020 | Ultimately, while Streets of Rage 4 feels like a game by the fans, for the fans, that’s selling it short. It’s a great throwback to a genre long-thought dead, revitalized with modern technology while maintaining just what made the franchise special in the first place. | Read review |
| NintendoWorldReport | Jared Rosenberg | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Both game’s were led by development teams who had the challenge of continuing classic and beloved series. I’m happy to say that the dev teams creating Streets of Rage 4 have completely succeeded in making a new 2D entry in the series much like the Sonic Mania dev teams did. The utmost respect for the source material is clear throughout Streets of Rage 4 and I’m thrilled that we have this great new brawler in 2020. | Read review |
| Noisy Pixel | Ian Goudelock | 8.5 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | It’s clear that a lot of love went into making Streets of Rage 4. The developers have taken this classic series and added just enough to make it there own while also building off of what makes this series so great. The length of the adventure may be an issue for some, but there are more than enough reasons to return to the streets for another round. | Read review |
| NoobFeed | Nimmi Faiya | 95 / 100 | 05-08-2020 | The deadly universe of Streets of Rage 4 is simultaneously completely fresh and very recognizable at the same time, making it a blast to play through. | Read review |
| Pardis Game | Ali Hasan Zadeh | 9 / 10 | 05-12-2020 | Everything the players expect from a Streets of Rage title, has been given to them. Nostalgia and modernization at their best | Read review |
| PC Gamer | Wes Fenlon | 76 / 100 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage doesn’t do much to innovate, but it’s a beautiful brawler with just enough depth to stay engaging through multiple runs. | Read review |
| PC Invasion | Jake Su | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | A stunning modern sequel to a classic series, Streets of Rage 4 delivers great combat, wonderful music, and guaranteed enjoyment every single time. Once you get stuck in, you will be coming back for seconds. | Read review |
| Player.it | Graziano Salini | 9 / 10 | 05-13-2020 | Streets Of Rage 4 is a pleasant plunge into the past, a video game with roots rooted in tradition that manages to rejuvenate thanks to a fun combat system like those present in modernity. The title is also the umpteenth demonstration of the quality that Lizardcube puts in its products from a technical point of view, with wonderful sprites, background of absolute value and a generic feeling as respectful of the original as ready to make new proselytes. All this is best enjoyed by the player if you have the opportunity to play it in company, mode where the title shines brightly. One of the funniest experiences in recent gaming history for anyone with a sofa, beers and someone to play with. | Read review |
| PlayStation LifeStyle | George Foster | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | You wouldn’t think that after so many years of rumors and waiting that Streets of Rage 4 would not only actually come out, but far exceed anything in the genre, but here we are. This is an absolute must-play for both fans and newcomers alike. | Read review |
| PlayStation Universe | John-Paul Jones | 9.5 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is an absolute masterclass in maintaining the essence of a classic but also in reimagining certain aspects of its design DNA for a contemporary audience. Streets of Rage 4 is without doubt the best side scrolling brawler you can get on any system. | Read review |
| Polygon | Chris Plante | Recommended | 04-29-2020 | But Streets of Rage, as a series, is a time capsule from a different, simpler era. While it’s blunt and repetitive, it also manifests a relaxing social space with ease. Call it video games as loitering. The music is as good as it’s ever been in the series. The stages and characters are beautiful, reimagining the original trilogy’s ’90s locales and punk-inspired band of baddies in a way that stands up to those games without scarring modern eyes. The action itself is so simple that you can get lost in a conversation about, well, anything as you play. | Read review |
| Press Start | James Berich | 6.5 / 10 | 04-30-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a solid tribute to the genre it arguably helped shape, but this feels like more of the same with a fresh coat of paint rather than an all-out reinvention. What’s on offer here is reminiscent and nostalgic, and still a great time, but it ultimately lacks the oomph to elevate it beyond the games that came before it. | Read review |
| Push Square | Unknown | 7 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 makes a valiant attempt to drag the old-school franchise into the modern age. We’ve ended up with a beautiful beat-’em-up that’s perhaps a little too loyal to the original games, but is ultimately a blast to play, especially with others. The appeal might wear off after a little while due to repetitive gameplay, but it’s a huge amount of fun while it lasts. | Read review |
| Reno Gazette-Journal | Jason Hidalgo | 9 / 10 | 05-15-2020 | Sometimes, I feel like I was pretty much dragged kicking and screaming into this age of DLC and microtransactions. With its on-point, classic gameplay and plethora of easter eggs and unlockables, Streets of Rage 4 reminds me that you can punch back and maybe throw a Grand Upper or two to reclaim those good old gaming days from before. It’s just a joy to be able to happily walk those familiar streets once again without having to rage about what was once lost. From one old-school gamer, well played Streets of Rage 4 dev team. Well played. Now go and remake Guardian Heroes. | Read review |
| Rock, Paper, Shotgun | Brendan Caldwell | Recommended | 04-29-2020 | For anyone hoping it would bring a little modern fluidity to a long-stagnant genre, you might have to moonwalk upwards from this one. But for Ragers, it’s a sturdy score-attacking blowout to while away some hours, perfecting your flying knees and enflamed uppercuts, arguing over who deserves the trash salad. | Read review |
| Saudi Gamer | مشعل الصعب | 7 / 10 | 05-05-2020 | A great and enjoyable game, it took me back to the 90s and it got me excited to replay the game with different characters. | Read review |
| Saving Content | Scott Ellison II | 4 / 5 stars | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is the surprise of the year. The grinding towards unlocking additional and retro character is a lowlight, the rest of the game is a highlight. The story is in-tune with prior games in the series, the artwork doesn’t deviate from what you’d imagine this series looking like in 2020, and it’s responsive and laser focused. Streets of Rage 4 keeps the history of the series in the rear view, yet moving forward by adding exciting and quality improvements to the series. | Read review |
| SECTOR.sk | Matúš Štrba | 8.5 / 10 | 05-06-2020 | A perfect love letter to 16-bit era with enjoyable gameplay and gorgeous visial. | Read review |
| Shacknews | TJ Denzer | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Even though I thought I knew exactly what I was walking into, it still found ways to surprise and delight me constantly. Its challenge is unending and the ceiling for the best players will likely be raised for a good long time. | Read review |
| Slant Magazine | Justin Clark | 4 / 5 stars | 04-29-2020 | It’s the best kind of retro throwback, reminding us how hard these kinds of games could hit. | Read review |
| SomHráč.sk | Karel Šír | 85 / 100 | 06-26-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a great return of a beloved series that will please both nostalgic fans and the new generation of gamers. It’s nothing revolutionary, but it isn’t outdated and stuck in the past either. | Read review |
| SpazioGames | Gianluca Arena | 7.9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | It probaly lacks a bit of courage, but Streets of Rage 4 works on every level, expecially if you plan to play it with friends. Let’s really hope that this is a new birth for this beloved franchise. | Read review |
| TechRaptor | Alex Santa Maria | 9.5 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Setting a new standard for what a beat ’em up can be in 2020, Streets of Rage 4 captures the past and brings it up to speed with beautiful graphics and immaculate combat. | Read review |
| The Digital Fix | Seb Hawden | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage is an excellent and well made game. Whether your a fan of the series or a newcomer, it is fun and addictive experience. The developers did a great job of making it feel like the old games but also make it have a fresh and updated feel to it. Right i’m off to beat some more people upside the head with a pipe. | Read review |
| The Games Machine | Danilo Dellafrana | 8.7 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a comeback in style for a legendary saga. It offers a smooth combat system and hours of fun for those who still appreciate good old brawlers. | Read review |
| The Outerhaven Productions | Keith Mitchell | 4 / 5 stars | 04-29-2020 | It took 23 years, but I’m happy to say that Streets of Rage is back and then some. The gameplay is reminiscent of games of the past while bringing in new mechanics that push the game further. Thanks to the insight from the developers, there’s still plenty to do after the game has been beaten, which ensures players will be picking up the controls for a long time. I couldn’t have asked for a better follow-up to the classic series. All that’s needed now is for the online components to be fixed and this is will be perfect in my opinion. | Read review |
| TheSixthAxis | Aran Suddi | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a must for any beat ’em up fans, especially those with fond memories of the original trilogy. The fighting is great, the visuals are great, and the soundtrack is great. Lizardcube and Guard Crush have managed to capture the essence of those classic games and upgrade it for the modern age. | Read review |
| TrueGaming | Unknown | 8.5 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Fans of the Beat ’em Up genre will be pleased with what Streets of Rage 4 have to offer, the fights are challenging, the music is great and the art style is fantastic. | Read review |
| Twinfinite | Ed McGlone | 4 / 5 stars | 04-29-2020 | Fans of the original have no excuse for not picking it up and reliving some cherished memories with a friend. And even nostalgia aside, it’s one of the most fun beat-em-ups I’ve played in years with a lot going for it. | Read review |
| Unboxholics | Θοδωρής Μακρής | Recommended | 05-08-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is worthy of its name and successfully brings back the genre with many great additions. | Read review |
| Use a Potion | Unknown | 9.3 / 10 | 05-03-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 marks a superb return of the famed franchise, with the stylish combat, the slick visuals, and the nostalgic charm proving incredible throughout. The story mode is a little short in length and a few tough difficulty spikes caught me off guard, but it’s still packed to the brim with enough unlockables to keep you hooked in for a long, long time – well… provided you’ve got some friends to experience it with over and over again, that is. | Read review |
| USgamer | Eric Van Allen | 4 / 5 stars | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is a small, concentrated hit of beat ’em up excellence. While its length and lack of extra modes might make this offering seem slim, it makes up for it with brilliant fighting, effusive style, and another solid set of tunes. If beat ’em up games are seeing a revival, Streets of Rage 4 is leading the charge. | Read review |
| VGChartz | Evan Norris | 8 / 10 | 05-01-2020 | The streets are paved with gold in Streets of Rage 4. | Read review |
| Video Chums | A.J. Maciejewski | 7.9 / 10 | 05-03-2020 | Streets Of Rage 4 brings back the retro franchise in such a masterful way that it can convert modern gamers into hardcore fans of old-school beat ’em ups. With that said, it’s still a bit too dated in some regards although it remains a heck of a lot of fun. | Read review |
| VideoGamer | Josh Wise | 8 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | When the credits rolled, I felt better, gunning for action, as if life were a thing to rage through with a smile on your face. How often does that happen? | Read review |
| WayTooManyGames | Leonardo Faria | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 is exactly how the franchise should have been handled in the 21st century. It features brand new visual upgrades, gameplay improvements, online multiplayer, and a killer modern soundtrack, but it still retains the charm and soul of the Mega Drive classics. | Read review |
| Wccftech | Nathan Birch | 9 / 10 | 04-29-2020 | Streets of Rage 4 doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but honestly, that’s okay. The game’s dazzling visuals, silky-smooth action, varied level design, and sexy sense of cool more than make up for a few minor old-school irritations. Veteran Bare Knuckle brawlers will get the most out of Streets of Rage 4, but it should provide a satisfying thumb workout for players from all eras. | Read review |
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