Streets of Rage 4

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 184 Ratings

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  1. sonicpulsar
    May 1, 2020
    10
    Being able to play this anywhere and HD Rumble makes the Switch version the best one yet 10/10
  2. Craterdome
    May 1, 2020
    10
    This game is so much fun. First off it runs well on the Switch. I prefer the Switch for couch co-op games, you can bring it to your friends house and I have a ton of Switch controllers. This is a great couch co-op game, up to four players. If you love classic beat-em-ups (or modern ones like Castle Crashers) then this is not to be missed. The gameplay is tight, classic with some modernThis game is so much fun. First off it runs well on the Switch. I prefer the Switch for couch co-op games, you can bring it to your friends house and I have a ton of Switch controllers. This is a great couch co-op game, up to four players. If you love classic beat-em-ups (or modern ones like Castle Crashers) then this is not to be missed. The gameplay is tight, classic with some modern touches. The graphics look incredible, with a unique clean style that adheres closely to the classic designs. You can even make the game look retro with the original sprites if that's your thing. It's cheap, it's fun, you can play it with your friends (well maybe later this year). Go get it!… Expand
  3. PinkRanger
    May 3, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game! This new Streets of Rage entry manages to keep the classic gameplay style SoR that fans love, yet evolved with a deep combo and juggle system that requires player skill and training. It feels rewarding and fun to master the characters.

    Amazing graphics with very detailed and fluid animations running at 60 frames per second. The music and sound effects keep the high    Fantastic game! This new Streets of Rage entry manages to keep the classic gameplay style SoR that fans love, yet evolved with a deep combo and juggle system that requires player skill and training. It feels rewarding and fun to master the characters.

    Amazing graphics with very detailed and fluid animations running at 60 frames per second. The music and sound effects keep the high quality as standard for the series.

    Highly recommended for Streets of Rage fans and beat-em up players, especially for people looking for a coop game to play with a friend (it has an option to disable friendly hits).    … Expand
  4. YoSahop
    May 4, 2020
    10
    This game is absolutely fun. Had a hard time playing online with WiFi and the game would cut out on me when we’d get to a boss, but that all seems to be patched. The music is dope as well. Ended up passing $189 to limited run for the limited collectors edition physical game due to this game slowing up and showing out. Highly recommend buying and keeping for the catalog. If you’re aThis game is absolutely fun. Had a hard time playing online with WiFi and the game would cut out on me when we’d get to a boss, but that all seems to be patched. The music is dope as well. Ended up passing $189 to limited run for the limited collectors edition physical game due to this game slowing up and showing out. Highly recommend buying and keeping for the catalog. If you’re a collector, get this physical version while you can.… Expand
  5. jimmymc
    May 2, 2020
    10
    Couldn’t be more pleased! I’ve played the first 3 games at least once a year since they first came out on the Mega Drive, and I was all set to be disappointed with this. How could it possibly live up to the rest of the series? And those new character designs just felt wrong when I first saw them.

    Turns out it’s pretty much perfect. The animation/posing nullifies any worries about the    Couldn’t be more pleased! I’ve played the first 3 games at least once a year since they first came out on the Mega Drive, and I was all set to be disappointed with this. How could it possibly live up to the rest of the series? And those new character designs just felt wrong when I first saw them.

    Turns out it’s pretty much perfect. The animation/posing nullifies any worries about the character design, the music is as good a successor as it could possibly be - but also includes a retro soundtrack as an option. The combat is every bit as crunchy as it ever was, but with meaningful improvements that add depth and fluidity to it. Catching a metal pipe after it rebounds off an enemy before lamping the guy behind you, juggling enemies between players, bouncing them off the walls etc - all in a way that fits with it’s predecessors so well that you can play using those characters with the same controls/animation as ever and they fit perfectly. Packed with unlockables and secrets, meaningfully different experiences depending on the character selection... it’s just excellent. A real love letter to the series.    … Expand
  6. Vlad101
    May 4, 2020
    10
    Отличное, качественное и классическое продолжение серии!
  7. monks99
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    I had sooooooo much fun playing this game! Go support this game. They need to continue games like this.
  8. r7s
    May 7, 2020
    10
    Extremely well done beat 'em up. Fluid controls, good combo system, great soundtrack and art style. Quite a lot of replayability, as you can try playing on higher difficulties or just try to get a better rank and the gameplay loop is just super fun.

    For me it's the best brawler there is on the Switch.
  9. TDude
    Sep 12, 2020
    10
    Ever since the Genesis (vs. Super NES) era, I was in love with Streets of Rage 2. And right now, Dotemu and SEGA had unleashed Streets of Rage 4! This is by far one of my all time favorite games from the 20th century into the 21st century. It has everything, cel-shaded graphics in HD plxelated 16-bit characters, butt kicking music, everything and more. If you love the Streets of RageEver since the Genesis (vs. Super NES) era, I was in love with Streets of Rage 2. And right now, Dotemu and SEGA had unleashed Streets of Rage 4! This is by far one of my all time favorite games from the 20th century into the 21st century. It has everything, cel-shaded graphics in HD plxelated 16-bit characters, butt kicking music, everything and more. If you love the Streets of Rage franchise, you're gonna enjoy this game now at the eShop for Nintendo Switch! 10 out of 10!!!!!… Expand
  10. MikeGold
    Jun 20, 2020
    7
    It's a fun classic game that is giving you a nice nostalgia if you have the memories of old Arcade times. It's a pure fun in multiplayer and works like a charm on Switch.
  11. rosnk30
    Oct 26, 2020
    7
    Its a great game with a tons of fun stuff to do. Streets of Rage 4 is a classic beat n' up with challenging enemies. Nice game.
  12. Gust800
    Jun 19, 2022
    10
    Great games. 80's Nostalgia . Fun, great graphics . Most have for all that want a real good beat em up game.
  13. bear00766
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    They dont make games like this anymore. I for one love this game and would recommend it to anyone
  14. Profyt
    Jun 3, 2020
    9
    Im a big fan of this game. It does what it sets out to do; reinvigorate my nostalgic love of beat 'em ups!
    +Sweet Music
    +Neat Graphics +Different Difficulty Levels +Unlockable characters +No microtransactions The only reason this game didn't get a 10 from me (even though it's my most played game since it was released) is that the story mode is a bit short. The game has 12    Im a big fan of this game. It does what it sets out to do; reinvigorate my nostalgic love of beat 'em ups!
    +Sweet Music
    +Neat Graphics
    +Different Difficulty Levels
    +Unlockable characters
    +No microtransactions

    The only reason this game didn't get a 10 from me (even though it's my most played game since it was released) is that the story mode is a bit short. The game has 12 arcade-style levels, and once you beat the game, you are supposed to replay it with the other characters, and with harder difficulty settings. It's still really fun but is best enjoyed in short bursts, or else the playthroughs sort of lose their pinache'. Anyway its a really fun game and I think it's a must own for the Switch.    … Expand
  15. andthenweplay
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    This is a stunning game. I have been playing this title for hours and hours and it never feels bored. If you want a classic feel there is arcade mode which makes it feel just like the old games. For a brawler there is really nothing more I would want
  16. abahsati
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Great game, i like it and they don't change the format which i really love. I remember spending my school allowance to play the first one on the arcade, man! good memories. Overall game play experience.
  17. Goemon64
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    Está bastante bien en todos los aspectos, quizá le faltó en la duración y la historia pero aún así vale la pena adquirirlo.
  18. GermanySoldier
    Oct 20, 2020
    10
    I had sooooooo much fun playing this game! Go support this game. They need to continue games like this.
  19. AdventureGames
    Feb 28, 2021
    10
    If you loved this game in the 90's, you are in for a treat!
    Each characters, just like in the original game, has it's own advantages and weak points.
    Some are slow but strong, some are fast but weak and everything in between. The game format is very similar to the original games as in you only have very few ways to attack the baddies, but you can create your combos and use weapons. The    If you loved this game in the 90's, you are in for a treat!
    Each characters, just like in the original game, has it's own advantages and weak points.
    Some are slow but strong, some are fast but weak and everything in between.
    The game format is very similar to the original games as in you only have very few ways to attack the baddies, but you can create your combos and use weapons.
    The game is of great length and is definitely better the more players you are.
    I played one save as a single player and struuuuuuggled. But I also played with a friend and it was so much easier. So I would imagine that 4 players would just breeze through the game...    … Expand
  20. Cywor
    Mar 30, 2021
    10
    Just a perfect game. It's an entertaining and challenging game, but even good for beginners. Graphics are very good and it runs well on the Switch. If you like the prequels or Gekido series, this should be an instabuy. Dotemu did a great job!
  21. Dzdogg
    Apr 2, 2021
    9
    Let's take it to the streets once more. Never thought this game would come to exist. As a Sega fan, this was a day one buy, highly recommend.
  22. ophone
    Apr 16, 2021
    9
    I prefer this game over the original ones on Mega Drive.
    It has better graphics and a musical score I dig even more. Although most notably it has better controls. Due to the fact you have more buttons at your disposal, it doesn't happen anymore your character crouches to pick up an item on the floor when in fact you wanted to beat up some bad guys. Plus hits into the void happen less    I prefer this game over the original ones on Mega Drive.
    It has better graphics and a musical score I dig even more. Although most notably it has better controls. Due to the fact you have more buttons at your disposal, it doesn't happen anymore your character crouches to pick up an item on the floor when in fact you wanted to beat up some bad guys. Plus hits into the void happen less often.
    The only flaw of this game is that it doesn't have voice acting in the cut scenes.    … Expand
  23. lfnagata
    Apr 30, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores beat em up já feitos, o sistema de combate funciona bem e a trilha sonora é excelente
  24. Ekko
    May 3, 2020
    9
    It's beautiful, sounds pretty great, and it plays excellent. Lots of replayability through unlocks and co-op modes. It's just a ton of fun. Really glad this turned out this good.
  25. PPaul27
    May 1, 2020
    10
    Street Of Rage 4 for nintendo switch is a marvellous and splendid return of scrolling beat em up games! Exactly the same fantastic version of ps4/xone with the same wonderful gameplay and graphics. Stable 60 fps and great visual also in handheld. Recommanded purchase!!
  26. StekloeD
    Apr 30, 2020
    10
    Street of Rage вернулся во всей своей красе! Стоит отдать должное разработчикам - проделана скрупулёзная работа, начиная с арта, приятной общей визуальной картинки, музыкальной составляющей в духе лучших частей серии (ещё бы, привлекли создателя с первых двух частей) и заканчивая бережным сохранением старых механик и грамотным привнесением новых, при этом ничего не сломав по пути. ВиднаStreet of Rage вернулся во всей своей красе! Стоит отдать должное разработчикам - проделана скрупулёзная работа, начиная с арта, приятной общей визуальной картинки, музыкальной составляющей в духе лучших частей серии (ещё бы, привлекли создателя с первых двух частей) и заканчивая бережным сохранением старых механик и грамотным привнесением новых, при этом ничего не сломав по пути. Видна любовь к наследию: в некоторых моментах просто хочется орать в голосину с отсылок на предыдущие части, ну и очевидный факт того, что добавили всех персонажей с предыдущих частей со всеми механиками. Лучшего продолжения и пожелать сложно. Об оптимизации говорить глупо, всё работает как часы. Ставлю 10 и иду играть дальше!)

    PS: На низкие оценки от игроков можно просто не обращать внимания, так как это ньюкамерский вброс, а игра всё же делалась с большим упором на аудиторию не понаслышке знающую серию Street of rage    … Expand
  27. HardRockCafe666
    Apr 30, 2020
    9
    Streets of Rage 4 is an incredible return to the roots of the beat em up genre but with a modern twist that transforms the legacy and makes you feel that 26 years have not passed since the last game.
  28. RochaMasters
    Apr 30, 2020
    10
    O melhor Streets of Rage de todos os tempos, gráficos, jogabilidade, quantidade de personagens, trilha sonora, modos de jogo, multiplayers ou seja um jogo completo.
  29. Roland
    May 8, 2020
    10
    An amazing return to form for the classic series. Not only a sequel faithful to the tone and feel of the original, but a fantastic game on its own strengths, one I would recommend just as strongly if it were a new IP. Also has one of THE most infectious soundtracks in recent memory.
  30. Otah
    Dec 18, 2020
    9
    The only thing I dislike about this game is that modern concept of limitless continues. Old games was more challenging.
  31. MoistMagician94
    Apr 30, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can't be the only one who thinks it's "just OK" but it's far from amazing.

    Finished all 12 stages, and now all that's left to do is grind a ridiculous amount just to unlock enough score points to get the rest of the characters.. Which I'm just not gonna bother doing because it's simply just replaying the same story over and over to get more points.

    Finished it within about 2-3 hours if that... If you played this game online I'm sure it'd add some replay value but there's not really much to it otherwise..
    No Challenge Boards, special ways to unlock characters, bonus levels, alternate costumes etc..
    Story is still quite pathetic as usual. I mean, it's what you sort of expect from streets of rage but for a brand new SOR game in the series I honestly expected more content and more variety of special modes and challenges etc..    … Expand
  32. HappySpaceInvad
    Apr 30, 2020
    7
    For a game that is arguably most famous for its incredible soundtrack, this iteration is extremely disappointing in that area. For a start, the sound levels are far lower than any other Switch game in my collection, to the extent that I have to turn up my sound system about 50% to bring it to an acceptable level.

    The sound is particularly lacking in bass... surely the heart and soul of    For a game that is arguably most famous for its incredible soundtrack, this iteration is extremely disappointing in that area. For a start, the sound levels are far lower than any other Switch game in my collection, to the extent that I have to turn up my sound system about 50% to bring it to an acceptable level.

    The sound is particularly lacking in bass... surely the heart and soul of electronic dance music. And the “Retro” soundtrack is even worse... you get the original Mega Drive (Genesis) soundtracks, but again with all of the bass sucked out of them. Compare to a real Mega Drive, an Analogue Mega-SG or even a half decent emulator and you’re going to be extremely disappointed.

    It’s all such a shame, given the core gameplay is extremely satisfying, and a great nostalgia trip. The game’s a bit short and grindy though... which is presumably why there was a review embargo until release day.

    I really should learn that these modern tributes to old games rarely work out well (Flashback, Shadow of the Beast). Sonic Mania really was an anomaly... I should remember that next time.    … Expand
  33. AlexKidd
    Apr 30, 2020
    6
    Good gameplay, feels like i'm playing the original 3 games. The graphic style doesn't do the original games any justice though. Feels like i'm playing a mobile/flash game. Yuck.
  34. weskergamer
    Jul 5, 2020
    7
    Very good game, the art design is just beautiful and the game play is really fun, it doesn't have much to do after you beat it but is nice to play it a couple more times. Very recomendable.
  35. bioshockare89
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Add new mode and new characters please the game is incredibile and is the new frontier for the beat em up
  36. Nintendist
    Jun 30, 2022
    0
    this game is so short. the lack of content is huge. i really dislike it and is no funny
  37. lucinhagamer
    Aug 26, 2022
    0
    this game doesnt has nothing good to do, its very basic with no good actions
  38. WeAllEffed
    Mar 11, 2023
    1
    This game would be 10 if it weren’t for a major flaw. The enemy AI. Literally every enemy type is programmed like the lamest of lame online players.

    All lame play is is PADDING! I quit playing online games because of lame playing people. Now they’re invading single player experiences and I’ve had enough. The enemies do nothing but run away and finally attack when you’re in end lag. It’s    This game would be 10 if it weren’t for a major flaw. The enemy AI. Literally every enemy type is programmed like the lamest of lame online players.

    All lame play is is PADDING! I quit playing online games because of lame playing people. Now they’re invading single player experiences and I’ve had enough.

    The enemies do nothing but run away and finally attack when you’re in end lag. It’s lame cheap programming. Top all that off with enemies spamming projectiles, or moves with armor. There’s no fun to be had just try hard bs. Also your character’s movement speed is the slowest in any video game ever. May as well be added to the Guinness Book of World Records for slowest character movement in a game. To any devs wanting to make a beat-em-up…Do the opposite with your AI than these developers who have no idea what fun is.    … Expand
  39. toadkiller_dog
    Oct 27, 2022
    9
    The only thing I dislike about this game is that modern concept of limitless continues. Old games were more challenging.
  40. Afenger
    Jul 10, 2021
    10
    Um jogo que obrigatório para fãs do gênero briga de rua. Este 4 jogo da franquia SOR traz uma jogabilidade fluida e com alta qualidade no Nintendo Switch tanto no modo dock quanto no portátil, online sem engasgos. Recomendo!!
  41. FunkyBoi
    Aug 17, 2021
    9
    A really polished and stylistically incredible beat 'em up game.
    I really love the diversity in the characters and the surprising depth to the game's mechanics. There's room to just mess around with friends in the forgiving story mode, or go incredibly in depth and really challenge yourself with other modes. The levels are well thought out, with great combinations of enemy waves in    A really polished and stylistically incredible beat 'em up game.
    I really love the diversity in the characters and the surprising depth to the game's mechanics. There's room to just mess around with friends in the forgiving story mode, or go incredibly in depth and really challenge yourself with other modes. The levels are well thought out, with great combinations of enemy waves in creative settings, and most if not all level gimmicks are really enjoyable, even on repeat playthroughs. I've played through the game numerous times, and no matter how much time passes I always find myself coming back. I wouldn't be surprised if I came back again in a month or so to finish playing through with all the characters, that is if I don't end up doing it tomorrow. I think fans of the beat 'em up genre have been starved for content of such a high quality, and I'd recommend it wholeheartedly to action game fans.    … Expand
  42. tyelwell9
    Jan 23, 2023
    10
    Best beat em up of all time. I don't say that without thought or experience.... I've played a ton. Unlike many beat em ups, this has a ton of reasons to come back and play through again. If anyone is on the fence about buying it, I guarantee you won't regret it.
  43. JJtheTexan
    May 1, 2023
    8
    While I still prefer Streets of Rage 2, this long-awaited fourth entry in the brilliant beat-'em-up series is a great return and a challenging romp for veterans and new fans alike. The music is good, but never quite lives up to the first two SEGA Genesis game soundtracks; similarly, the hand-drawn visual style never really gelled with me. Other than that, I had a good time and recommendWhile I still prefer Streets of Rage 2, this long-awaited fourth entry in the brilliant beat-'em-up series is a great return and a challenging romp for veterans and new fans alike. The music is good, but never quite lives up to the first two SEGA Genesis game soundtracks; similarly, the hand-drawn visual style never really gelled with me. Other than that, I had a good time and recommend this one to all Nintendo Switch owners.… Expand
  44. chocodrop
    Aug 10, 2023
    9
    No tenía muchas esperanzas cuando salió por los gráficos, pero lo compré por tener a gente potente en la banda sonora. Suerte que lo compré, para mi ahora mismo es el mejor beat'em up que hay. Cuando me dió fuerte me hizo dejar de jugar a los clásicos más retro, y de hecho después de este juego los siguientes que han salido del mismo género me han parecido bastante más flojos, como el deNo tenía muchas esperanzas cuando salió por los gráficos, pero lo compré por tener a gente potente en la banda sonora. Suerte que lo compré, para mi ahora mismo es el mejor beat'em up que hay. Cuando me dió fuerte me hizo dejar de jugar a los clásicos más retro, y de hecho después de este juego los siguientes que han salido del mismo género me han parecido bastante más flojos, como el de las tortugas ninja o el Final Vendetta. No malos, ni mucho menos, pero este dejó el listón muy alto. El que más se acerca es Fight'n Rage pero para qué jugarlo estando el Streets of rage 4.… Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#9 Best Switch Game of 2020
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#29 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2020

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Universo Nintendo
    Dec 16, 2020
    100
    An impeccable execution of all the elements that make up a good beat em ’up with space to evolve the genre significantly.
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  2. GameMAG
    Sep 14, 2020
    80
    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.
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  3. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Aug 29, 2020
    90
    A very good, strong revival of a franchise that's gone for far too long without a new entry. [Issue #47 – July/August 2020, p. 22]
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