Fighting Force is a 3D beat 'em up game for the Sony PlayStation 1, released in 1997. Developed by Core Design and published by Eidos Interactive, it's considered a spiritual successor to the Streets of Rage series. Players choose one of four characters, each with unique moves, to punch, kick, and slam their way through diverse levels filled with waves of enemies. Its blend of melee combat and weapon-based brawling, set in urban environments, allows for single-player or cooperative multiplayer gameplay. The game can be categorized into the action and beat 'em up genres.