
Double Dragon
The iconic side-scrolling brawler comes to 8-bit! Control Billy and Jimmy Lee as they fight through urban gangs to rescue Marian. Features the classic elbow smash attack and unique SMS-exclusive bonus stages.
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About This Game
This 8-bit adaptation reimagines the arcade classic with exclusive level designs, including a new industrial zone not found in other versions.
The Sega Master System version introduced a health bar system, differing from the arcade's life-based mechanics.
Notable for its two-player simultaneous co-op mode - a rarity for 8-bit beat 'em ups - though with reduced enemy counts compared to the arcade original.
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