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Double Dragon
Rank and Play ID: RNP-IGDB-201319

Double Dragon

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65.7 / 100
31 votes
Release
Apr 8, 1988
Genres
Fighting, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up

Overview

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…

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