Streets of Rage 1

Developer: Sega

Streets of Rage on the Master System condenses the arcade-style brawling of the Genesis original into a compact, punchy beat-’em-up. Players fight through neon city streets, confronting waves of goons and memorable bosses with simple but satisfying combos, grabs, and special attacks. Limited lives and sparse health pickups make each stage tense, rewarding careful positioning and timing. Local co-op keeps fights frantic and social, while chiptune adaptations capture the era’s energy. Expect short, challenging levels, pixelated charm, and an old-school difficulty curve that hooked console players in the early ’90s.