Game Boy · Beat 'em Up
Double Dragon
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Technos Japan Corp. |
| Publisher | Tradewest |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Double Dragon |
| ESRB | NOT RATED |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Double Dragon is a beat 'em up released in 1990 for the Game Boy, developed by Technos Japan Corp. and published by Tradewest.
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.
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 Battletoads & 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 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
What playing Double Dragon is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Double Dragon cheats & codes
22 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | 012F98C4 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 010499C4 |
| Super Strength | 0100DAC5 |
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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 FAQ
When did Double Dragon come out on the Game Boy?
Double Dragon was released for the Game Boy in 1990.
Who made Double Dragon?
It was developed by Technos Japan Corp. and published by Tradewest.
Is Double Dragon multiplayer?
Yes. Double Dragon supports up to 2 players.
How long does Double Dragon take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Double Dragon typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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