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Bad Street Brawler
Bad Street BrawlerFight your way through the city as Duck Davis, the world’s coolest martial artist
Urban Champion
Urban ChampionClassic 2‑player street brawl from Nintendo's early era
Overview
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Bad Street Brawler puts you in the shoes of Duck Davis, a street‑wise fighter battling gangsters, gorillas, and even pocket‑book‑throwing old ladies across gritty urban streets. Designed for the Mattel Power Glove on the NES, the game delivers classic beat‑'em‑up action with a quirky cast of enemies. Developed by Beam Software and published by Mattel in 1989, this title offers both single‑player and multiplayer modes, letting friends team up for chaotic brawls. Its retro graphics and simple controls capture the nostalgic feel of early arcade fighters while providing a fun, over‑the‑top experience.

Urban Champion is Nintendo's first 2D fighting game, released in 1984 for the NES. Inspired by the Game & Watch title Boxing, it pits two players against each other in a simple side‑scrolling street fight. The game features straightforward controls, a single‑screen arena, and a focus on timing and positioning, making it a nostalgic arcade experience for retro gamers and newcomers alike.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Hack & Slash
Fighting Games
Best for
Retro beat‑'em‑up fans
retro gaming fans
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
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release date
1989-09-01
1984-11-14
Specifications
developer
Beam Software
Nintendo R&D1
publisher
Mattel
Nintendo
age rating
ESRB E
ESRB E, PEGI 7
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Unique Power Glove integration
  • Entertaining multiplayer mode
  • Varied and humorous enemy roster
  • Classic retro graphics
  • Easy to learn controls
  • Fast, pick‑up‑and‑play matches
  • Authentic 8‑bit graphics and sound
  • Great for local multiplayer
Cons
  • Limited to NES‑era controls
  • Simple AI can become repetitive
  • Hard to find original hardware
  • Very limited move variety
  • No modern features like online play
  • Graphics may feel dated to new players
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