Game Boy · Platformer / Beat 'em Up
Battletoads & Double Dragon
Deep cut Co-op
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Platformer, Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Rareware |
| Publisher | Sony Imagesoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Double Dragon |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Battletoads & Double Dragon is a platformer released in 1993 for the Game Boy, developed by Rareware and published by Sony Imagesoft. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Battletoads-Double Dragon. It blends platformer and beat 'em up elements.
It landed about 4 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1993 include The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, Darkwing Duck and Kirby's Pinball Land.
It is part of the Double Dragon series; on the Game Boy you can also try Double Dragon II, Double Dragon 3: The Rosetta Stone and Double Dragon. The series also appears on other systems with Double Dragon (2600) and Double Dragon (Master System). Rareware also made Donkey Kong Land, Donkey Kong Land 2 and Donkey Kong Land III for the Game Boy.
Battletoads & Double Dragon is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Battletoads & Double Dragon is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Battletoads & Double Dragon cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Health For P1 | FA9-76F |
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Battletoads & Double Dragon walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Battletoads & Double Dragon.
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Battletoads & Double Dragon FAQ
When did Battletoads & Double Dragon come out on the Game Boy?
Battletoads & Double Dragon was released for the Game Boy in 1993.
Who made Battletoads & Double Dragon?
It was developed by Rareware and published by Sony Imagesoft.
Is Battletoads & Double Dragon multiplayer?
No. Battletoads & Double Dragon is a single-player game.
How long does Battletoads & Double Dragon take to play?
As a platformer, Battletoads & Double Dragon typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Battletoads & Double Dragon on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.