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Double Dragon

ReleasedApr 8, 1988

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About

The NES version of Double Dragon takes a wide range of liberties with the interpretation. The entire graphical style is more in line with Technōs’ Kunio-kun series, with characters that go for exaggerated expression rather than gritty realism. The biggest change, however, was reserved for the moveset. You start the game with only the punch, kick and headbutt available – all the other moves are obtained via an RPG-lite style experience system. Hitting enemies is now rewarded with a certain amount of experience points depending on the attack, and each time the counter goes above 999, you’re awarded an additional heart, which extends the range of possible actions. Two hearts add the uppercut and roundhouse kick combo finishers, and with three Billy can perform the jump kick maneuver. The fourth heart unlocks access to grappling moves.

Developer: Technos Japan, Arc System Works
Publisher: Technos Japan, Arc System Works
Genres: Fighting, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Arcade
Themes: Action
Modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Perspective: Side view
Age ratings: PEGI 12, CERO B, ESRB E10+, CLASSIND L
IGDB rating: 66 / 100 (32 ratings)
Also known as: ダブルドラゴン

Release dates

Release dates by platform
Platform	Release
Family Computer	Apr 8, 1988
Nintendo Entertainment System	Apr 8, 1988 · JapanJune 1988 · North America1990 · Europe
Wii	Apr 25, 2008 · EuropeApr 28, 2008 · North AmericaFeb 24, 2009 · Japan
Wii U	Dec 12, 2013 · North AmericaJan 22, 2014 · JapanMar 13, 2014 · Europe