So, the Streets of Rage 4 team thinks they've cracked the code for a "fresh" take on beat-em-ups with their new fantasy roguelike? Please! Just because you sprinkle some magic fairy dust on a tired formula doesn’t mean it's innovative. Sure, Absolum might offer some flashy graphics and colorful characters, but how about addressing the *real* issues plaguing the genre instead of just slapping on a new coat of paint? I remember the days when beat-em-ups had soul, when every punch felt satisfying, not just a flashy combo string designed to dazzle us. Don’t give me yet another run of the mill game that wants to be a “genre reviver” without actually adding anything meaningful. It’s like dressing up a potato—no matter how you fry it, it’s still just a potato! Wake up, game developers! We want substance, not just style! Read the full article here: https://kotaku.com/absolum-review-streets-of-rage-4-impressions-beat-em-up-2000633646 #BeatEmUp #GamingCritique #StreetsOfRage #GameDev #InnovationOrNot