I have fond memories of my older brother playing this and asking me if I want to play baseball in the game. I remember thinking.....what??! you can play baseball. Then, we ran to the park and he picked up the rock and had me pick up the stick and he proceeded to throw it at me and I would hit it then run to 1st base while he ran and picked it up and chased me with it lol. So stupid, but it was hilarious to two people with imagination.
Dude my brother and I did the SAME EXACT THING! We came up with all of these improvised PvP battle modes within the game and played the absolute shit out of them. Glad we weren't the only ones, I have super amazing memories of this game.
Funny how in games like these there was much freedom (for that time) that you always ultimately end up fighting your teammate and just fuckin around rather than doing the main storyline lmfao.
It takes some great elements from two genres and forges them together into one of the most easily playable games of all time. It is a classic that has stood the test of time.
Moose: BIFF!! Biff: BARF! Random henchmen: Is this fun yet? That guy's a freak! Mama....!! This game made Biff a relevant name. Biff ate the Coffee. Biff drank the Takeout.
Damn this brought it back for me. Back in the day me and my cousin thought the chain was a stronger weapon bc it looked like a belt. We called it “ la correa” lmao
@@PamIsley314 dudes....Technos made the best games back in the day, the series still lives on strong, but not many know of it, only those brave enough to search are granted nearly full access to it.
@@dr.toxicgamingmadscientist Yeah when I was young, I'm not sure how aware of it I was, but I definitely knew there was a connection with RCR and Super Dodgeball. I even started to make the connection to double dragon, even though it wasn't one of my favorites. I played Combat Tribes long ago, but didn't know they were technos till literally 2 mins ago. I started to learn about all these other technos games as I got a little older and emulation came out. Ridiculously amazing company.
Anyone notice how as time goes on, highschool kids look younger and younger? The dudes on the cover of this game are all supposed to be in high school... lol
I dont care about what technology they got today these games were the best and we all got a good laugh playing them. These kids are missing out on the good times
@@Devn___ Yeah, and I like the way they play that game too. They even have those 8-bit sound effects in their movesets. I think it's the closest thing to seeing how they would be in a party fighter like Smash in the meantime.
i remember when i was younger i played this and years later i forgot it's name and look so far and wide for it...like REAAALLY searched all i can and eventually i found my childhood game (cuz of how iconic the sprites are, i recognized them)
Something interesting I noticed: River City Ransom Retro City Rampage RCR. Twice. Both 8-bit games. Both about fighting and contain greasers. Coincidence? I think not.
Hows that cheap ? Its cruel and tells a story. Its like mario constantly running in the wrong castle like a dick head he is. Video game heroes arent really the smartest around, but they get the job done (eventually, somehow, with enough continues).
Best bet for money early...stayoutside the mall and clean up on coins , then buy coffees till you stamina and hp level up... also get willpower because it rules the getting up statistic...
![Croc: Legend of the Gobbos - Title Theme [BEST QUALITY]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/0IjeE45p91Y/mqdefault.jpg)
I have fond memories of my older brother playing this and asking me if I want to play baseball in the game. I remember thinking.....what??! you can play baseball. Then, we ran to the park and he picked up the rock and had me pick up the stick and he proceeded to throw it at me and I would hit it then run to 1st base while he ran and picked it up and chased me with it lol. So stupid, but it was hilarious to two people with imagination.
This is the essence and soul of our game youth.
Me and older brother did the same things very good memories
Dude my brother and I did the SAME EXACT THING! We came up with all of these improvised PvP battle modes within the game and played the absolute shit out of them. Glad we weren't the only ones, I have super amazing memories of this game.
Funny how in games like these there was much freedom (for that time) that you always ultimately end up fighting your teammate and just fuckin around rather than doing the main storyline lmfao.
not stupid at all! especially considering there is a whole slew of Kunio-Kun sports spinoff-games. your brother was on the same page is all!
River City Ransom only has one major theme, but somehow it never gets old no matter how many hours you play. THAT'S how you know it's a classic.
Since hearing this...I've only been able to run with my arms tucked against my side...and with very little bounce in my stride...
While beating random gangs to death with trashcans, bike chains, sticks, and boxes.
@@Roanan. and with moves like Stone Hands and Acro Circus
Simon around town too
This has been stuck in my head for days
monolyth421 me too
It been stuck on my head for years
@@OxeMizeria No less than 30 for me.
easily one of the greatest themes for teh nes
THE greatest
Don't mess with me. I know Stone Hands, Dragon Feet and Acro Circus!
Oh no, anything but Acro Circus.
But not javelin throw? 😂
Grand smash?
Plus, I'm wearing Texas boots!
@@Mitsuraga
Kick + 60
Agility + 60
1:00 is where it really starts to fuckin' groove... 1:13 ...building... 1:27 ...hitting that high point... 1:41 let's do it all again!!!! WHEEE!!!!
I agree with you but I think the true grooving starts much earlier at 00:32 or even 00:24. You can feel the song getting more intense at that part.
@@in_vas_por8810 I think it starts at 0:00
when you are about to fight the bullies in school
8-bit rockabilly :D
darksidealice. That was freaking accurate, my dude.
Hey, if anyone's up for a fight, meet us it the back of Flatirons Mall. Slick told us all about you. Trash cans and planks readily available.
It takes some great elements from two genres and forges them together into one of the most easily playable games of all time. It is a classic that has stood the test of time.
Can't help but snap my fingers to this theme
*trash can intensifies*
*me with trash can and grand slam against a boss*
Me: you fool! You have not seen my true form yet!
**HIT SOUND**
"BARF!"
*PFF!!*
😂😂
Moose:
BIFF!!
Biff:
BARF!
Random henchmen:
Is this fun yet?
That guy's a freak!
Mama....!!
This game made Biff a relevant name.
Biff ate the Coffee.
Biff drank the Takeout.
Damn this brought it back for me. Back in the day me and my cousin thought the chain was a stronger weapon bc it looked like a belt. We called it “ la correa” lmao
When I was very young, I played Double Dragon for the NES, and I didn't know the women dropped whips. I thought they were using jump ropes from a gym.
Yep. The chain was the best weapon until you got the Grand Slam. Then only crates, tires, and trash cans will do.
😊 2:10 o u
I absolutely love this theme. I was even happier to discover that this was resurrected in River City Girls.
rest well, Mitsuhiro Yoshida. thank you for everything. 🙏
Damn wasn't that long ago. Super dodgeball was another one of my faves. Can def hear the similarities in music :(
@@PamIsley314 dudes....Technos made the best games back in the day, the series still lives on strong, but not many know of it, only those brave enough to search are granted nearly full access to it.
@@dr.toxicgamingmadscientist Yeah when I was young, I'm not sure how aware of it I was, but I definitely knew there was a connection with RCR and Super Dodgeball. I even started to make the connection to double dragon, even though it wasn't one of my favorites. I played Combat Tribes long ago, but didn't know they were technos till literally 2 mins ago.
I started to learn about all these other technos games as I got a little older and emulation came out.
Ridiculously amazing company.
@@in_vas_por8810 Agreed
i have a secret
BARF!
MAMA
That guy's a freak!
Is this FUN yet?
WHAM!
BIFF
-smacks enemy with baseball bat-
*insert enemy name here* : BARF!
Momma!
Are we having fun yet?
This blows my day!
Lighten up, Rambo!
@Lucerist one of the most underrated games as well-- Rollergames also comes to mind
I remember playing it in 1994. heh good old times I played and watched teen gate mutant ninja turtles and hanging in arcades in 1995 playing tekken
This is my ringtone
BARF!
Anyone notice how as time goes on, highschool kids look younger and younger? The dudes on the cover of this game are all supposed to be in high school... lol
Thats really funny. Its so true. In the 80s, guys jacked looking like Arnold supposed to be in high school in many video games lmao
things were tougher in the 50's
@@rubberwoody LOL these guys look like the TEACHERS!
That's the American version you're talking about
Lou Diamond Philips and Seth Green
Are we having fun yet?
yes I would like to buy some chicken soup and the spinning bird kick please, lol
2020 and I still miss this game!
This was the first Yakuza ever made?
Certified 8-Bit banger 🤘
THAT GUY'S A FREAK!
**gets bumped into by someone**
**tons of coins fall out of the jacket**
"...oh barf..."
**slowly walks away with a sad expression**
esta cancion te sube la estamina al 99%
amazing track
I have no idea why this popped in my head. But I'm sitting here doing notes for work and just jamming out to an absolute 8-bit classic.
One of the best. This personifies RCR! It's going on my top 100 VG list!
the cover art of this game "American Me The Official Video Game of Movie"
Go get the Dragon Feet before all !
When I go out for a walk, this song is in my head.
I dont care about what technology they got today these games were the best and we all got a good laugh playing them. These kids are missing out on the good times
I like older games a lot too, but I wouldn't say they're better than newer games and vice versa. In my opinion, a good game is a good game.
reddit moment
UH OOOOOOOH
Uh oooooooooh
Here's to Alex/Kunio-Kun showing up in smash.
THEY'D BETTER!! The deserve to be in Smash more than Sephiroth and Cloud do.
@@Danjor2005 meh. sephiroth is really neat in my opinion. Plus, kunio was added as a spirit post-release, so I doubt he'll be included at this point.
@@Devn___ That's still better than nothing.
@@gr8gmr True, that and Kunio and Riki both are in an indie arena fighter called Might Fight Federation, which I'll have to check out sooner or later.
@@Devn___ Yeah, and I like the way they play that game too. They even have those 8-bit sound effects in their movesets. I think it's the closest thing to seeing how they would be in a party fighter like Smash in the meantime.
*Kunio wiping out rival turf nerds intensifies.*
Tokyo Rumble for 3DS awesome. Get it!
当時はこの曲を聴いただけでワクワクした。
i remember when i was younger i played this and years later i forgot it's name and look so far and wide for it...like REAAALLY searched all i can and eventually i found my childhood game (cuz of how iconic the sprites are, i recognized them)
Fuck, this song is jive as hell.
2:54 Solo
Rival Showdown's been out for a while now, you should get it!
What's it on?
3DS.
well this brings back memory
This has been stuck in my head for a week and I don't know why.
1:00 When the standup bass goes off! 1:27 When, what I like to call the rocka-riff goes off! Put up your dukes! We throwin' hands! xD
Jazz band need to do a sick live performance of this....live instruments each with a solo.... I know it wouldn't be jazz but still..m
This music is awsome .
Time to run around the mall socking ppl...
Something interesting I noticed:
River City Ransom
Retro City Rampage
RCR. Twice. Both 8-bit games. Both about fighting and contain greasers.
Coincidence? I think not.
Retro City Rampage was inspired by River City Ransom.
Was it really? I didn't know that. I never played the game myself so I wasn't aware. That's nice to know!
Also by "the game" I mean Retro City Rampage, not River City Ransom.
Yeah, the character is just an aged Ryan partially based on the Downtown Nekketsu Monigatori box art.
Gotcha.
Ahhh, good times, good times 😍
For gamers of a certain age, there is no more special a place than River City.
Love this theme music!!!
best side scrolling beat em up to date... period!... ok, maybe guardian heroes competes, but it's too close. give me an example of anything close.
It was such a shame that Guardian Heroes was only on Saturn. What a great game.
Double. Dragon.
i own all three on the NES, and in my opinion none of them are as good... they are great though.
The Real Drunkard Hu I always liked the Final Fight series, but RCR holds a special place in my heart. :)
kunio for smash
And Riki
@@JYGamingGuys really? Where did you find him!?
In Europe: Street Gangs. I love it!
Criminally underrated NES
The theme of my childhood
this goes so fucking hard
best game music in history all river city ransom music kick ass
Fantastic game, only issue I have with it is its length.
Would you have preferred if they pulled the cheap "final boss is decoy" tactic of Ghosts N' Goblins?
Hows that cheap ?
Its cruel and tells a story.
Its like mario constantly running in the wrong castle like a dick head he is. Video game heroes arent really the smartest around, but they get the job done (eventually, somehow, with enough continues).
Cindy the Canadian Scout
Yes.
I didn't like that I could get lost and end up going in circles. Sure, multiple paths are great, but not if they are confusing.
@@skylinefever all you gotta do in this game is move to the right
Mamaaaa!!!
my all time jam
This is my childhood
Yeah baby!
A childhood favorite.
This for smash
Ryan, Alex, the Double Dragons, Waluigi...
All need to be in smash
@@oldstylegaming4655 Just double dragón, kunio or the battle toads
Best bet for money early...stayoutside the mall and clean up on coins , then buy coffees till you stamina and hp level up... also get willpower because it rules the getting up statistic...
I believe that this song will follow me around if I rock a pompadour in River City
First NES game I ever beat grand slam for the win
My Jam for 9.11.2023
I'm suddenly craving some onion soup from Chez Walle's.
AAAAAUUUGH THIS GOES SO HARD
なんてかっこいいブルースなんだろう
ALEX has benn lost of his power
i BARFED stone hands :D
running around the city, lookin for trouble, eh?
Cats in the Night be like:
@Gamatsu Me too. Its awesome :).
"jumps onto box held by baddie" YIKES!!
I have the fucking japan version on my bootleg mini nes
Ngl the box art actually looked good compared to other games at that time excluding Contra ofc.
is kuwabara
natanael pablo *URAMESHI!*
HOME BOYS!!!
i never really realized how amazing this is as a jazz piece
where can i get all these from this game?
Every time I get hurt wether from bumping into something to stubbing my toe; I turn my head to the side, and open my eyes super wide anime style!
Do you shout BARF
Not me going into every restaurant to eat and wasting all my money
It takes serious balls of having to go through many gangs just to save your girlfriend. Does police not exist in this universe?
SHIT IM LOW HEALTH AND PLAGUE IS COMING
*F F F F F F F F F F F F F*
I heard this song in a dream last night.
I literally stream this game on twitch
Why didn't RCR:U adapt this, or ANY of the original soundtrack for that matter?
I am a year late, but River City Rival Showdown adapts all the songs from this game
@@ProtoMekka ruclips.net/p/PLmWuHX4c8tEHlp0m8TZXru-LssknfXxGE - *Thanks!*