Battletoads Classic Co-op
Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer / Beat 'em Up
Battletoads & Double Dragon
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Platformer, Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Rareware |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Double Dragon |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Battletoads & Double Dragon is a platformer released in 1993 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Battletoads-Double Dragon. It blends platformer and beat 'em up elements.
It landed about 8 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1993 include Kirby's Adventure, Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 and DuckTales 2.
It is part of the Double Dragon series; on the NES you can also try Double Dragon, Double Dragon III: The Sacred Stones and Double Dragon II: The Revenge. The series also appears on other systems with Double Dragon (2600) and Double Dragon (Master System). Rareware also made Battletoads, Cobra Triangle and R.C. Pro-Am for the NES.
Battletoads & Double Dragon 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 run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
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
37 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With Full Lives | IEEOOALA |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | AEEOOALA |
| Infinite Lives (Except Stage 4) | GXXLAAVI |
| Infinite Lives On Stage 4 | GZSOXPVI |
| Start With 10 Continues | PEVELZZE |
| Bonus Score Gives Invincibility | IYKNIKGX |
Battletoads & Double Dragon walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Battletoads & Double Dragon FAQ
When did Battletoads & Double Dragon come out on the NES?
Battletoads & Double Dragon was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993.
Who made Battletoads & Double Dragon?
It was developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo.
Is Battletoads & Double Dragon multiplayer?
Yes. Battletoads & Double Dragon supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
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.