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In 1992, a sequel to DJ Boy, B.Rap Boys was produced contaning similar designs and content. The game features three player simultaneous action using characters that are different from one another (rather than palette swaps), and the optional use of weapons and vehicles, as well as a more robust f...

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Developer
Kaneko

Released on
1992

Size
1–3 Players

Version
Arcade

Requirements
Arcade

Downloads
Beat 'em Up

ESRB Rating
Not Rated

Cooperative
Yes

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In 1992, a sequel to DJ Boy, B.Rap Boys was produced contaning similar designs and content. The game features three player simultaneous action using characters that are different from one another (rather than palette swaps), and the optional use of weapons and vehicles, as well as a more robust fighting system. The game’s soundtrack was notable for having extensively sampled studio recordings from hip-hop group 3 Stories High.

B.Rap Boys

Overview & History

Released by Kaneko in 1992, B.Rap Boys (short for Break Rap Boys) is a wildly eccentric, hip-hop-themed beat-'em-up that marries side-scrolling martial arts action with the vibrant street culture of the early '90s. Set in a sprawling urban landscape overrun by ruthless street syndicates, the game tasks players with rescuing kidnapped citizens while laying down a righteous beat. Unlike standard gritty brawlers of the era, B.Rap Boys leans heavily into surrealism and arcade flair, featuring boombox-wielding protagonists, breakdancing combat animations, and an unmistakable graffiti aesthetic. Its distinct identity is further cemented by an infectious, bass-heavy soundtrack that pulses through every stage, creating a memorable slice of early '90s arcade nostalgia.

Gameplay Features & Mechanics

The game supports up to three simultaneous players, each choosing from a trio of stylish heroes: Jack, Lee, and Chin. Players navigate through vibrant urban environments, battling waves of eccentric thugs, punks, and bizarre bosses using a mix of traditional pugilism and gravity-defying breakdance maneuvers. A standout mechanic in B.Rap Boys is the ability to commandeer rideable vehicles—such as skateboards and motorcycles—scattered throughout the levels, drastically altering your movement speed and ramming enemies. The combat system incorporates standard punches and kicks, powerful spinning aerial sweeps, and devastating dual-character combo attacks when playing cooperatively. Health-restoring food items and score-boosting boomboxes are hidden within destructible environment props, encouraging thorough exploration of each sector before facing the stage's primary boss.