The gaming world is feeling the loss of Yoshihisa Kishimoto, a key player in the beat ’em up scene, who died at 64. He started his journey in the early '80s with Nekketsu Kōha Kunio-kun, which brought us the belt-scrolling style we know today. Kishimoto also helped create the legendary Double Dragon series, leaving a mark that continues to inspire games like River City Girls. How do you think his games influenced the beat ’em up genre?

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