• Studio: Taito
  • Design: Yoshihisa Kishimoto,Kōji Kai,Hiroshi Satoh,Tomoyasu Koga
  • Music: Kazunaka Yamane
  • This Game is: 38 years old / 1987
  • Console: Nintendo Entertainment System
  • Manual: View PDF
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Description

Full description:"Immerse yourself in the world of Double Dragon, where you play as martial artists Billy or Jimmy Lee in this thrilling 1987 beat 'em up game by Technōs Japan. As successors to Technos' previous game, Nekketsu Kōha Kunio-kun, Double Dragon introduced innovative features like two-player cooperative gameplay and weapon acquisition from disarmed enemies. The game's popularity led to the creation of two arcade sequels and spinoffs, setting the stage for the beat 'em up genre. Experience the action across four diverse stages, from city slums to the gang's hideout, and face off against an array of enemies with different abilities and weapons. The game's controls include a combination of kicks, jumps, and punches, with more elaborate moves like hair grabbing and elbow strikes. Whether you're a fan of retro gaming or a newcomer to the genre, Double Dragon offers a unique blend of action, strategy, and nostalgia.

Game Controls

In Double Dragon, use the direction pad to control Billy or Jimmy Lee. The A button is used for punching, while the B button allows for kicks. Pressing A and B simultaneously results in a leap. The Select button accesses the main menu, and the Start button begins the game or pauses it.

Q
(Eject)
E
(Swap Disks)
Enter
(Start)
Z
(A)
X
(B)
V
(Select)