In River City Ransom, the characters Alex and Ryan have to save the latter's girlfriend from the evil clutches of Slick and his dastardly gangs, who're controlling large sections of the city. You have to take them on, beat their bosses, and ultimately face-off against the big bad. So far, it follows a pretty standard brawler template story (see: Double Dragon); where this game differs is the added emphasis on building your characters core stats (bit like an RPG). You read books, eat food, buy moves, and wear gear to enhance your abilities, which makes for a fresh and engaging experience.