Streets of Rage 4: Anniversary Edition

About

Streets of Rage 4: Anniversary Edition is a co-op brawler that revives the side-scrolling beat ‘em up formula with modern polish. Play as four fighters, Axel Stone, Blaze Fielding, Cherry Hunter, and Floyd Iraia, battling through hordes of enemies and bosses in neon-drenched cityscapes. The combat blends simple button-mashing with combo chains, dashes, and weapon pickups. Up to four players can team up locally or online, trading off between characters with distinct move sets. Customization adds depth, letting you tweak moves and gear to suit playstyles. This edition expands on the 2020 base game with three new fighters, fresh enemies, and weapon types. It honors the series’ ’90s roots while smoothing out controls and level design. Fans praise the return to the franchise’s chaotic, glove-swinging glory, with many highlighting its accessibility for newcomers and depth for veterans. While not breaking new ground in the genre, it delivers a polished, nostalgic punch that keeps the classic formula feeling fresh.

Storyline

Ten years have passed since the fall of Mr. X and his Syndicate. The city has been at peace... until now. A new crime empire has arisen, corrupting everything good in the city. It is rumored to be led by Mr. X's own children: the Y Twins. Former detectives Axel Stone and Blaze Fielding join forces with their old friend's daughter, Cherry Hunter, along with Floyd Iraia, an apprentice of the brilliant Dr. Zan. Together these four vigilantes stand against the Y Syndicate on the... Streets of Rage.