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Double Dragon
Double DragonClassic arcade beat‑em‑up with cooperative martial arts action
Super Double Dragon
Super Double DragonTeam up to rescue Marian in a high‑octane beat ’em up adventure.
Overview
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Double Dragon is a 1987 beat 'em up arcade game where players control brothers Billy or Jimmy Lee as they battle the Black Warriors gang to rescue Marian. The game features four distinct stages, a variety of enemies, and weapon pickups that add strategic depth. Players can team up in co‑op mode, using combined attacks and partner assists, while a life gauge and time limit add tension. The final showdown pits two victorious players against each other for Marian's affection, delivering a memorable multiplayer twist.

The Lee brothers return in Super Double Dragon, an all‑new adventure where martial‑arts master Billy and Jimmy must locate and rescue Marian, a policewoman and Kung Fu student who vanished while infiltrating the Black Shadow Warriors. Players battle through gritty streets, confronting a fresh cast of enemies and challenging boss encounters while mastering new moves and combos. Featuring both solo and cooperative split‑screen play, the game blends classic side‑scrolling beat‑em‑up action with expanded missions and a compelling storyline that pushes players to use every ounce of their fighting skill to defeat the Shadow Warriors and save Marian.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Hack & Slash
Hack & Slash
Best for
Arcade beat‑em‑up fans
Fans of retro beat‑em‑ups
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
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release date
1987-08-01
1992-10-08
Specifications
developer
Technos Japan
Technos Japan
publisher
Empire Interactive, Taito, Technos Japan
Tradewest Inc, Technos Japan
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB E10+
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player, Co-operative, Split screen
critic score
39/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Iconic retro beat‑em‑up gameplay
  • Engaging two‑player co‑op mode
  • Variety of weapons to use
  • Memorable stage design
  • Classic retro feel with modern move set
  • Tight co‑op controls for split‑screen play
  • Variety of moves and missions keep gameplay fresh
  • Engaging storyline centered on rescuing Marian
Cons
  • Limited enemy AI
  • Simple graphics by modern standards
  • Short overall playtime
  • Lacks online multiplayer options
  • Pixelated graphics may not appeal to all players
  • Campaign length is relatively short
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