Street Cleaner: The Video Game

About

Street Cleaner: The Video Game is a retro platformer inspired by 80s action movies. You play as Jack Slade a vigilante armed with a gun and a baseball bat who battles criminals across seven stages in San Diego. The pixelated visuals and chiptune soundtrack evoke classic arcade titles while the straightforward combat and platforming keep it accessible. Each level mixes shooting brawling and timing jumps to avoid hazards. The story is minimal but leans into over-the-top villain takedowns and neon-soaked set pieces. The game stands out for its synthwave soundtrack created by the artist behind the Street Cleaner project which blends retro electronic beats with dark synth and chiptune flourishes. Developed by Creaky Lantern Games it released in early 2021 and remains a niche pick for fans of 8-bit aesthetics and old-school action. While critic reviews are mixed with some calling it a "nostalgia-driven romp" player communities highlight the addictive stage-clearing loops and the developer’s passion for 80s B-movies. Available on PC and Switch it’s a short but punchy experience for casual sessions.

Storyline

The Street Cleaner's work is never done. Become Jack Slade on his quest to wipe out criminal scum from the streets of San Diego in this 8-bit retro style platformer. Your gun and your trusty baseball bat are the only tools you need to take on the criminal underworld through seven action packed stages.