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Streets of Rage 2

Review · Action · Android · Wii · Nintendo 3DS

Streets of Rage 2

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 Jun 2026

Android · Wii · Nintendo 3DS · PC · Genesis · Game Gear · SEGA Master System · Classic Macintosh · Linux · iOS · Xbox 360 · PlayStation 3

SEGA · 1992

LumiScore

58/100

Good

Growth (BDS)

41

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

E10+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.32
B2Social-emotional
0.40
B3Motor
0.65

Streets of Rage 2 offers engaging cooperative gameplay, fostering teamwork and communication. Its action-packed combat enhances hand-eye coordination and reaction time, while requiring moderate strategic thinking to overcome challenges.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game features cartoonish violence typical of the beat 'em up genre, rated E10+. However, it lacks modern manipulative design elements, monetization pressures, or significant social risks.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~6 hReviewedJun 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Streets of Rage 2 safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Streets of Rage 2 a LumiScore of 58/100. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

How long should kids play Streets of Rage 2?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Streets of Rage 2 is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Streets of Rage 2?

The game features cartoonish violence typical of the beat 'em up genre, rated E10+. However, it lacks modern manipulative design elements, monetization pressures, or significant social risks.