Episode 72 – Repetitive Elements in Beat-em-ups

Jim, Doc and Chris continue their discussions on repetitive elements in games, this time focusing on beat-em-ups past and present. Plus, impressions of VA-11 HALL-A, The Shannara Chronicles, and Capitals.

Games discussed include:

• Streets of Rage
• Golden Axe
• Double Dragon
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (arcade)
• Turtles in Time (arcade)
• X-Men (arcade)
• Hook (arcade)
• The Simpsons (arcade)
• Bayonetta
• Devil May Cry
• Viewtiful Joe
• Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance
• Dynasty Warriors
• Onimusha
• Assassin’s Creed