Operation: Cleanstreets

Operation: Cleanstreets is a gritty, side-scrolling beat 'em up released in 1988 by the French developer Silmarils. This game is a classic example of the "lone vigilante" trope that was incredibly popular in the late 80s, heavily inspired by films like Death Wish or Escape from New York.
The objective is simple and uncompromising: to purge the streets of Manhattan of a massive drug syndicate. You play as a tough-as-nails detective who decides to take the law into his own hands. Your goal is to fight your way through various sectors of the city, defeating waves of gang members, until you take down the crime lords at the top.
It is a traditional "brawler." You move horizontally through the screen, using punches, kicks, and a variety of weapons (like knives and guns) that you can pick up from fallen enemies. Unlike some brawlers where you just walk to the right, in Cleanstreets, you often have to ensure a sector is actually "cleared" before moving on. The game is notoriously difficult. Enemies come at you fast, and your health bar can deplete quickly. Finding items to restore health is crucial to survival.

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