Neil writes: "While there is always a place for a new side-scrolling beat 'em up in the world, Brutal Rage will only scratch a fan's itch for a little while, with the addition of some two player couch co-op delivering a little more welcome fun. With the shortcomings it has though this is ultimately a game that will eventually succumb to a sucker punch, left flat on its back as other more vibrant fighters trample all over it."
Neil writes: "Can't wait for Streets of Rage 4? Need to get your beat 'em up fix NOW? Brutal Rage is here to fill that gap!"