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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Beat 'em Up
Bad Street Brawler
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Action, Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Beam Software |
| Publisher | Mattel |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Bad Street Brawler is an action game released in 1989 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Beam Software and published by Mattel. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987. It blends action and beat 'em up elements.
It landed about 4 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1989 include Mother, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and DuckTales.
Beam Software also made Star Wars, Back to the Future and Back to the Future Part II & III for the NES.
Bad Street Brawler supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Bad Street Brawler is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Bad Street Brawler cheats & codes
25 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | OZOIYPVK |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | PAXITALA |
| Start With 6 Lives | TAXITALA |
| Start With 9 Lives | PAXITALE |
| Start On Level 5 | GEUZZYAA |
| Start On Level 10 | PEUZZYAE |
Bad Street Brawler walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Bad Street Brawler FAQ
When did Bad Street Brawler come out on the NES?
Bad Street Brawler was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Bad Street Brawler?
It was developed by Beam Software and published by Mattel.
Is Bad Street Brawler multiplayer?
Yes. Bad Street Brawler supports up to 2 players.
How long does Bad Street Brawler take to play?
As an action game, Bad Street Brawler typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Bad Street Brawler on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.