Double Dragon Co-op
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Beat 'em Up
Double Dragon II: The Revenge
Deep cut Co-op
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | PAL Soft |
| Publisher | Tecmo |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Double Dragon |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Double Dragon II: The Revenge is a beat 'em up released in 1991 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by PAL Soft and published by Tecmo. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988.
It landed about 2 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1991 include Sonic the Hedgehog, Streets of Rage and Shining in the Darkness. Among the 34 Genesis beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #23 by legacy score.
It is part of the Double Dragon series; on the Genesis you can also try Double Dragon, Double Dragon V: The Shadow Falls and Double Dragon 3: The Rosetta Stone. The series also appears on other systems with Double Dragon (2600) and Double Dragon (Master System).
Double Dragon II: The Revenge supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 want a game to beat together with a friend
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
What playing Double Dragon II: The Revenge 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 II: The Revenge cheats & codes
22 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy P1 | FF6001:20 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives P1 | FF6001:09 |
| Infinite Energy P2 | FF6041:20 |
| Infinite Lives P2 | FF6078:09 |
| Infinite Time | FF4840:63 |
| Level Modifier | FF485D:0? |
Double Dragon II: The Revenge walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Double Dragon II: The Revenge FAQ
When did Double Dragon II: The Revenge come out on the Genesis?
Double Dragon II: The Revenge was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Double Dragon II: The Revenge?
It was developed by PAL Soft and published by Tecmo.
Is Double Dragon II: The Revenge multiplayer?
Yes. Double Dragon II: The Revenge supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Double Dragon II: The Revenge take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Double Dragon II: The Revenge 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.
Read more about Double Dragon II: The Revenge 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.