Double Dragon (NES) Playthrough
2Playthrough of Double Dragon, Tradewest's 1988 side-scrolling beat 'em up for the NES. This video shows both game modes.
00:00 - Mode A
19:32 - Mode B
Double Dragon for the NES is a side-scrolling beat 'em up game that brings the arcade classic to Nintendo’s 8-bit console with a few notable changes. Released in 1988, the game follows Billy Lee as he fights through waves of street gangs to rescue his kidnapped girlfriend, Marian. Set in a gritty urban landscape, the game unfolds across a series of stages filled with enemies, traps, and obstacles.
Unlike the arcade version, the NES adaptation features a level-up system where players unlock new moves as they gain experience points from defeating enemies. This progression system adds a light RPG element to the gameplay, requiring players to repeatedly engage in combat to unlock powerful kicks, throws, and jump attacks. The combat is basic but satisfying, focusing on timing, positioning, and understanding enemy patterns.
The game can be played solo or, in a separate mode, head-to-head in a one-on-one fighting mode. Notably, the main story mode does not include two-player co-op, which was a major feature of the arcade original. Despite this, the NES version maintains a strong sense of challenge and variety, with different enemy types, weapon pickups like bats and whips, and environmental hazards that keep the gameplay engaging.
Graphically, Double Dragon makes good use of the NES hardware, with distinct character sprites and detailed backgrounds that capture the game's urban brawler aesthetic. The soundtrack is memorable, featuring punchy chiptune tracks that heighten the action and tension throughout each level. Double Dragon for NES became a beloved classic, helping to popularize the beat 'em up genre on home consoles and leaving a lasting legacy in retro gaming history.
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