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Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons

Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons

July 27, 2023
Maximum Entertainment
4.5/5.0(798 reviews)
FightingArcadeAction
Great

Overall, player feedback for "Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons" is overwhelmingly positive, with many praising its nostalgic factor, character variety, engaging combat mechanics, and replayability through rogue-lite elements. However, certain users have expressed concerns regarding visual style choices, online multiplayer issues, and potential repetitiveness in gameplay.

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About This Game

In this roguelite brawler, players join Billy and Jimmy Lee in a post-apocalyptic New York City overrun by gangs. With a dynamic mission structure and a roster of 20 unique fighters, engage in tag team combat and enjoy endless replayability through randomized upgrades and unlockables.

Highlights

  • Dynamic mission select that impacts difficulty and enemies
  • 20 unique playable characters with diverse playstyles
  • Tag team mechanics for strategic combat combos
  • Online and local co-op support for two players
  • Endless replayability through rogue-lite elements
  • Challenging survival and versus modes
  • Robust visuals and engaging combat mechanics

Platforms

PS4
PS5

Multiplayer

Online Players:2
Local Players:2
Co-op Supported

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Everyone 10+
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)DutchEnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianJapaneseKoreanPortuguese (Brazil)Spanish

Gameplay

Modes
Single playerMultiplayerCo-operative
Perspective
Side view

Player Reviews

Great

Overall, player feedback for "Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons" is overwhelmingly positive, with many praising its nostalgic factor, character variety, engaging combat mechanics, and replayability through rogue-lite elements. However, certain users have expressed concerns regarding visual style choices, online multiplayer issues, and potential repetitiveness in gameplay.

Pros

  • • Engaging combat mechanics with impactful hits
  • • Variety of unlockable characters and playstyles
  • • Replayability enhanced by rogue-lite elements
  • • Robust visuals and art direction
  • • Local and online co-op gameplay

Cons

  • • Online multiplayer issues and glitches
  • • Some players find certain visual styles unappealing
  • • Repetitive gameplay after multiple runs
  • • Short campaign length with limited levels
  • • Difficulty spikes during boss battles

Based on 100 reviews from steam

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Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons worth playing?
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons has a great reception from players, holding an average score of 4.5 out of 5 across 798 reviews.
Is Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons single-player or multiplayer?
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative. Online play supports up to 2 players. Local play supports up to 2 players.
What platforms is Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons available on?
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons release?
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons released on July 27, 2023.
What is Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons's age rating?
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Everyone 10+.