Beats of Rage is a classic beat'em up game where players can choose from three characters to fight their way through the dangerous streets of a city. This game was instrumental in the development of the OpenBOR engine, now widely used for beat'em up games on Windows.

Players can select from three main characters - Max Bacon, Mary Bluegard, or Kula Gem, each with unique strengths and weaknesses. For example, Max is strong but slow. The game features various indoor and outdoor scenarios and a range of enemies inspired by SNK games, including challenging boss fights.

Despite its simple storyline and limited character roster, Beats of Rage provides enjoyable gameplay for one or two players. It offers traditional arcade-style action that is both entertaining and engaging.