Streets of Red: Devil's Dare Deluxe

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
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  1. NintendoWorldReport
    Apr 12, 2018
    85
    Whether your throughline with Streets of Red is roguelike beat-’em-up or throwback to arcade brawlers, it’s a great time. While it works best in co-op, overall this is a game with easy-to-grasp controls that builds out a wealth of variety with numerous characters and upgrades. The journey might not be that long, but everything about it is polished and enjoyable.
  2. Nintendo Life
    Apr 16, 2018
    80
    Though the visuals and music may not be terribly exciting, the pop culture references crammed into every stage help to give the game lots of charm. Engaging gameplay, high replay value, and a great co-op experience make this one an easy recommendation for anybody looking for a little arcade game to play in short bursts either when alone or with friends. We’d recommend you give this one a look if you’re into arcade beat ‘em ups; for under ten bucks, this one’s a steal.
  3. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Sep 5, 2018
    75
    A fun and solid if not outstanding package, and definitely worth a look. [Issue #34 – July/August 2018, p. 22]
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  5. Nintenderos
    Sep 11, 2018
    70
    Streets of Red is focused on the multiplayer. The duration of the single game is short and although it is graphically attractive, the sound is not up to par. However, it’s a very funny video game and totally recommended for the fans of the classic beat'em up.

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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 20 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 20
  3. Negative: 2 out of 20
  1. WizardOfBangkok
    Jun 20, 2018
    8
    A very fun game with great replay value. The order you choose the stages changes the outcome.
    Controls are engaging, graphics are fun and the    A very fun game with great replay value. The order you choose the stages changes the outcome.
    Controls are engaging, graphics are fun and the enemies are well thought out in particular the bosses.
    Plenty of classic cameos in the game if you are a 80’s/90’s movie and video game fan.
    A good buy for a cheap price, recommended.    … Full Review »
  2. KlingonGamerYT
    May 10, 2018
    8
    a great throwback to games like final fights streets of red is a branching path story wise and the setting art work and sounds are very wella great throwback to games like final fights streets of red is a branching path story wise and the setting art work and sounds are very well done
    tongue in cheek and adds its own style
    the game took me an hour to beat and I didn't play all the levels I had to play it 3 times to
    complete the whole game on the switch it was never boring a good sign in a game like this
    priced fairly to be honest worth every penny coop is great fun even the fighters are very different
    not a big game but its great for streaming I loved it and so did my viewers    … Full Review »
  3. theflamey
    May 1, 2018
    8
    This month we see developer Secret Base bring Streets of Red: Devils Dare Deluxe to the Nintendo Switch. It's a modern day homage to the 16This month we see developer Secret Base bring Streets of Red: Devils Dare Deluxe to the Nintendo Switch. It's a modern day homage to the 16 bit era of side scrolling beat 'em ups akin to the likes of Streets of Rage and Double Dragon. It is also available on PlayStation 4 and Steam depending on which format you have at your disposal.

    The year is 20... something and its time once again for the Benny arcade EXPO, one of the worlds biggest video game events. Reporter Anthony has been waiting two years for this moment, the stage is set until something hellish happens! The world has gone to a dark place, zombies begin to walk the land and just like that things go from bad to a total **** storm. Enter our unlikely heroes, Kingston, Queenie, Jackson and Axel with additional unlockable characters Anthony and Jonathan. Trapped inside the event they are guided by a red fairy who is willing to grant them the powers to survive this horror in exchange for a small price. Naturally red fairy wants the souls of all the zombies they kill, seems reasonable if a little sinister.

    The game is set across four levels, the sewer, train, hallway and road each of which are split into a number of stages. Completing the story mode is not the end of the game though as Streets of Red is designed to be played over and over again, each time offering up the potential for new content. The ever-growing level selection works to keep the gameplay from getting old, while the combat system allows for plenty of depth. Make no mistake, you are going to die and it's going to happen a lot. Another way to play, besides the story, is in the form of survival mode which does exactly what it says on the tin. The addition of co-op adds to the fun allowing for up to four players to get involved.

    With a character selected the first step is to visit the convention which acts as a tutorial, running through the basics move sets and some of the specials. The majority of moves are shared across the characters just in different guises. Controls work well with its simple Smash Bros style setup, meaning the game is easy to pick up but offers reward for mastering. It gives the option to use the analogue stick or broken d-pad for movement which is my only gripe to be honest but, as always on this format, that's more an issue with the Switch opposed to the game itself. You are rewarded for every kill made so learn your moves and learn how they can help you earn a living, literally. Perform a fatality for some extra cash, and perform a bunch of fatality to get a free meal. This really helps in the later levels when the difficulty ramps up.

    Streets of Red looks and sounds great, especially on the Nintendo Switch in handheld mode. Graphically designed to look like an old school 16bit game of the likes its mimicking that has been given an almost monochromatic make over. It makes the red blood, which is one of the few other other colours used, really stand out and have a greater impact. The game can be pretty graphic at times, one of the enemy zombies weapon is to throw a fetus at you whilst others pretty much just try to eat you. Streets of Red sounds great too, with a fittingly spooky retro soundtrack, funny voice overs usually harking back to some gaming or movie reference and realistic sound effects.

    As just mentioned, for me one of the best parts of the game is all of the references to games, movies and more that Secret Base have packed in here. I'd say it just goes to show how passionate the development team are for all things geeky.

    This is a great, great title and anyone who has an interest in modern retro gaming done properly should try this game... even just to help me find more game / movie references. For the asking price of £6.29 (UK) you are going to be hard pushed to find another game of this quality that's crafted with such care and attention to detail. With all of the in-game achievements and unlockables there is plenty to keep you coming back time and time again. Its a highly enjoyable experience in single player and even better with friends in co-op mode.    … Full Review »
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