Man, Streets of Rage 2 – Sketch Turner hits different. It’s that classic Sega Genesis beat-em-up where you’re just plowing through waves of goons with satisfyingly chunky punches and kicks. Sketch Turner’s got this weirdly cool vibe—like a comic book hero who somehow wandered into a neon-lit back alley brawl.

The first thing you notice? That soundtrack. It’s all bass-heavy synth beats that somehow make punching a dude in a leather jacket feel even better. And the pixel art holds up—everything’s got weight to it, from the way enemies crumple when you land a combo to the little details in the grimy city backgrounds.

It’s simple at first—left, right, punch, repeat—but then you start figuring out the timing for throws and specials, and suddenly you’re juggling three guys at once. Just don’t get cocky; those knife-wielding maniacs will ruin your day if you let them swarm you. This one’s still a blast, especially with a friend crammed next to you on the couch.