I'd been hearing about this one, so came in with high expectations, and all I can say is: *wow*. Didn't expect to be forcibly transformed into my six-year-old self sitting in front of an NES the first time I must've played a beat 'em up and was absolutely amazed as to what video games were. You're now dead to me, Street of Rage—I've experienced Panslaughter and cannot go back.
I mean, it would almost be impossible to go down the list and comment on everything that was done right here: art, programming, animations, UI, sound, progression, boss battles, and so on, and so forth. Every area is nailed to the desired aesthetic and feel.
Made mincemeat of L. Goode and Sam Song, and was so satisfying. What a fun experience to open up my morning. #ReleaseTheCartridgeVersion