Summary
- Release Year: 1989
- Genres: Fighting, Hack and slash/Beat ’em up
- Platforms: Nintendo Entertainment System
- Developers: Beam Software
- Publishers: Mattel
Bad Street Brawler: A Surprisingly Fun Beat-Em-Up for the Power Glove
Released in 1989, Bad Street Brawler was one of only two games designed for the Power Glove, a motion-control peripheral for the Nintendo Entertainment System. Despite the Power Glove’s reputation as a commercial failure, Bad Street Brawler is actually a surprisingly fun and enjoyable beat-em-up.
The game’s story is simple: you play as one of three street brawlers who must fight their way through the mean streets of a crime-ridden city. Along the way, you’ll encounter a variety of enemies, from punks and thugs to ninjas and robots.
Bad Street Brawler is a side-scrolling beat-em-up in the same vein as Double Dragon and Streets of Rage. You can punch, kick, and jump your way through levels, and you can also pick up weapons like baseball bats and pipes to use against your enemies.
One of the things that makes Bad Street Brawler unique is its use of the Power Glove. The Power Glove allows you to control your character’s punches and kicks with your hand movements. This can be a bit awkward at first, but once you get the hang of it, it can be a lot of fun.
The Power Glove also gives you access to a variety of special moves. For example, you can use the Power Glove to grab enemies and throw them, or to charge up your punches and kicks for more damage.
Bad Street Brawler is not a perfect game. The graphics are a bit dated, and the game can be repetitive at times. However, it’s still a lot of fun, especially if you’re a fan of beat-em-up games.
The Power Glove: A Brief Overview
The Power Glove was a motion-control peripheral for the Nintendo Entertainment System. It was released in 1989, and it was one of the first commercially available motion-control devices for a video game console.
The Power Glove was a commercial failure. It was expensive, and it was not very accurate or reliable. However, it has become a cult classic among retro gamers.
The Power Glove is a unique and interesting piece of gaming history. It was one of the first attempts to bring motion controls to video games, and it paved the way for more successful motion-control devices like the Wii Remote and the PlayStation Move.
Bad Street Brawler: A Legacy
Bad Street Brawler is not a well-known game, but it has a small but dedicated following among retro gamers. The game is a fun and unique beat-em-up, and it’s a great way to experience the Power Glove.
If you’re a fan of beat-em-up games or retro games in general, then I highly recommend checking out Bad Street Brawler. It’s a hidden gem that’s well worth your time.
Conclusion
Bad Street Brawler is a surprisingly fun and enjoyable beat-em-up for the Nintendo Entertainment System. It’s not the most polished game, but it’s got a lot of charm and it’s a great way to experience the Power Glove. If you’re a fan of beat-em-up games or retro games in general, then I highly recommend checking out Bad Street Brawler.
Review Score
7/10
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