The complete collection of 5 vintage beat 'em up games — with full reviews, cheat codes, and trivia.
The greatest beat-em-up ever made. Streets of Rage 2 combined technical brawling combat with a roster of distinct fighters, excellent level design, and Yuzo Koshiro's legendary techno soundtrack to produce a masterwork of the genre.
Sega's fantasy beat-em-up classic. Three warriors seek revenge against Death Adder in a hack-and-slash adventure that launched the Genesis, featured three distinct characters with magic systems, and became an arcade legend.
Rare's beat-em-up masterpiece is one of the most technically impressive NES games ever made — and one of the most brutally difficult. The Turbo Tunnel alone has broken thousands of controllers.
The beat-em-up that started it all. Double Dragon's blend of martial arts combat, weapon pickups, and mission-based brawling defined the belt-scrolling genre for years to come.
The Genesis launch pack-in that greeted millions of new console owners. Altered Beast's transformation mechanic was innovative and memorable, even if the overall game was short and repetitive by modern standards.
The beat 'em up genre has produced some of the most beloved and influential video games in history. From early arcade classics to the sophisticated titles of the 16-bit era, beat 'em up games have consistently challenged players with their unique mechanics and memorable experiences.
Our database covers 5 beat 'em up games spanning from the earliest home consoles through the PlayStation era, complete with full reviews, cheat codes, development trivia, and recommendations for games like your favorites.