An extremely cliche story with a really fun gameplay...
Oh, and did I mention that one level has zombies and weird demonic stuff? I can't say it fits in with the rest of the game all too well, but it's an... uhh... interesting touch I guess.
Now onto the good - which there is quite a bit of. For starters, the graphics are phenomenal and the rap-dominated soundtrack suits the game's crime-laden atmosphere perfectly. There's also plenty of variation between levels; you get driving sequences, gunplay, fighting sections, stealth, and even a bit of platforming. This is a well-varied action game, and it's bound to satisfy the cravings of most gamers. Although I wish the difficulty were a bit more consistent, that doesn't take away from how fun this game really is. Streets of LA provided countless hours of enjoyment for me, and playing the three different endings adds some nice additional replay value.
Streets of LA may not be the most original thing out there, but I certainly had a great time playing this game. Though the iffy control scheme, inconsistent difficulty, and frustrating street crimes make the overall experience less than perfect, it's still definitely a worthy playthrough for fans of crime games.