Genre: Beat ’em up
Publisher: The Hit Squad
Year: 1990
System: Amstrad CPC
Target Renegade is a gritty side-scrolling beat ’em up developed by Ocean Software and re-released as an affordable budget edition by The Hit Squad in 1990. Players assume the role of a lone martial artist on a mission of vengeance, battling through dangerous city streets to take down the criminal syndicate responsible for his brother’s death. Combat features punches, kicks, and special moves as players face waves of street thugs and bosses across multiple urban stages. The game supports cooperative two-player gameplay, adding depth and excitement. This budget version preserves the original’s energetic combat mechanics, compelling level design, and strong arcade feel, making it an excellent value for fans of classic beat ’em ups.
