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Game Boy · Action / Beat 'em Up
Double Dragon II
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action, Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Technos Japan Corp. |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Double Dragon |
| ESRB | NOT RATED |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Double Dragon II is an action game released in 1990 for the Game Boy, developed by Technos Japan Corp. and published by Acclaim. It blends action and beat 'em up elements.
It came out in the Game Boy's second year on the market. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1990 include DuckTales, The Final Fantasy Legend and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Fall of the Foot Clan. Among the 97 Game Boy action games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
It is part of the Double Dragon series; on the Game Boy you can also try Double Dragon 3: The Rosetta Stone, Battletoads & Double Dragon and Double Dragon. The series also appears on other systems with Double Dragon (2600) and Double Dragon (Master System). Technos Japan Corp. also made Nintendo World Cup and Nekketsu Koukou Soccer-bu: World Cup Hen for the Game Boy.
Double Dragon II supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Double Dragon II is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Double Dragon II cheats & codes
26 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder, Other codes). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 013FB7C6 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 0104AFC6 |
| High Gravity | 0100B6C6 |
| More Devasting Blows | 0100C1C6 |
| Stun 1 Opponent | 010555C7 |
| Go to Level Modifier | 01??0EC6 |
Double Dragon II walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Double Dragon II FAQ
When did Double Dragon II come out on the Game Boy?
Double Dragon II was released for the Game Boy in 1990.
Who made Double Dragon II?
It was developed by Technos Japan Corp. and published by Acclaim.
Is Double Dragon II multiplayer?
Yes. Double Dragon II supports up to 2 players.
How long does Double Dragon II take to play?
As an action game, Double Dragon II 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 Double Dragon II 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.