Final Fight Summary
Part of the opening intro to the legendary Final Fight 1, this game predates the Street Fighter franchise, and indeed, many of the characters found in this game also appear there! This 2D side-scrolling beat’em up is, in some ways, the granddaddy of many games found today. Though it started as a straight sequel to the first Street Fighter, it soon took on a life of its own. First released back in 1989 as an arcade game, it soon took off and became an international hit. To put it simply, it was known as the best arcade game in 1990.
The gameplay of Final Fight is fairly straightforward. You have to move your character from the left side of the screen to the right, all the while fighting hordes of enemies. You can choose from three different characters, Mike Haggar, Guy, and Cody. Each of whom have their play style and stats. Co-op was also included, allowing two friends to take to the streets and beat up the members of the Mad Gear Gang. It also had…interesting game over screens, which naturally made people put in more quarters than ever before.
Final Fight Premise
In Metro City, crime is at an all-time high. Thefts are everywhere, criminals plague the streets, but there is hope. Pro wrestler turned politician Mike Hagger, the manliest man in Metro City, has become mayor. With his election, the crime rate plummeted, turning the once crime-ridden city into a shining beacon of hope.
But some prefer the streets lawless. The Mad Gear Gang, who once acted as the top gang in the city, once attempted to bribe Mike into letting them operate freely. When he refused, they kidnapped his daughter, Jessica. Enraged, Mike sets out to defeat the Mad Gear Gang by himself, enlisting Jessica’s boyfriend, Cody, and Guy. Both of whom are rivals in the way of combat. Together, the trio set out to rescue Jessica, and free Metro City of the Mad Gear Gang once and for all.
Final Fight Main Characters
- Mike Haggar. The Mayor of Metro City. He was once a pro wrestler, but ever since he became mayor, he has transformed the city from a gang-ridden pit to a lively metropolis.
- Cody. Jessica’s boyfriend, and an expert fighter. He’s strong and grows even stronger over the course of the game. But will this strength be enough to save her? Or better yet, save himself?
- Guy. A ninja in training, and Cody’s rival. He also appears in Street Fighter proper!
Final Fight Titles of Video Games in the Series
- Final Fight (1989)
- Final Fight 2 (1993)
- Final Fight 3 (1995)
- Final Fight Guy (1992)
- Final Fight One (2001)
- Mighty Final Fight (1993)
- Final Fight Revenge (1999)
- Final Fight: Streetwise (2006)
Final Fight Cheat Codes
Quick note: these are for the SNES version.
Inputting Codes
Wait until the man asks Mike Hagar to turn on the television during the introduction sequence. Then, press [Help] five times to enable cheat mode and invincibility to punches and kicks. Press one of the following keys to activate the corresponding cheat function.
| Effect | Code |
|---|---|
| Level 2 | 2 |
| Level 3 | 3 |
| Level 4 | 4 |
| Level 5 | 5 |
| Level 6 | 6 |
| Level 7 | 7 |
| Level 8 | 8 |
| Level 9 | 9 |
| No Mad Gear members | [Plus] |
Codes
| Effect | Code |
|---|---|
| Secret Option Menu | Hold L, press Start (on title screen) |
During gameplay, pause the game by pressing P, then type, spaces included, the words “RUN LIKE HELL”. If entered successfully, the game will unpause itself.
You’ll still take damage and capable of dying, but your lives will no longer decrease.
| Effect | Code |
|---|---|
| Infinite lives | RUN LIKE HELL |
Pause gameplay and type:
| Effect | Code |
|---|---|
| Unlimited lives | sherrif fatman |
Options Mode
Hold L+R and press the Start button at the title screen. Press up, down, and X to adjust the options. Press R to play the music and sound effects.
Bonus credits
If the player initials entered for the top 3 high scores are CAP, COM, GUY and in that order, you will begin a new game with 5 credits instead of 3.
Extra stage
At the start menu hold L and R and press Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Left, Right, Right
Skip Caine
In round 2 when you start you will see two windows and a pipe. Go to the far right window and grab a guy. After you have done that throw him. You should break the windows and dent the pipe. And when you are done and have moved on, break the rest of the windows. At the end of the stage you will not go on and have to beat the boss Caine.
Super Combo
This super combo can be easily executed with Cody, but it’s a bit tougher with Haggar. To begin, initiate a punching combo (press Attack, Attack, Attack for Cody) or (attack, attack for Haggar.) While you’re pressing these buttons, hold the d-pad AWAY from your enemy. Before you do your final ending combo blow, you will throw the enemy, delivering massive damage!
NOTE: You can also start this combo with a jumping knee (jump and hold down, press attack) to deal even more damage. But, this will not work for Haggar.
Final Fight Cheat Code FAQ
What was the last Final Fight game? That would be Final Fight: Streetwise (2006).
Is Final Fight connected to Street Fighter? Yep! Many Final Fight characters, such as Guy and Cody, have gone on to become Street Fighter characters. In addition, Metro City is a stage in many of the Street Fighter games.
Can I play Final Fight on Switch? It’s part of the Capcom Beat’em Up Bundle! Along with Captain Commando, The King of Dragons, Knights of the Round, and Warriors of Fate.
The image featured at the top of this post is ©Capcom.