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Double Dragon II: The Revenge
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Technos Japan Corp. |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| 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 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Technos Japan Corp. and published by Acclaim.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3. Among the 20 NES beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
It is part of the Double Dragon series; on the NES you can also try Battletoads & Double Dragon, Double Dragon and Double Dragon III: The Sacred Stones. The series also appears on other systems with Double Dragon (2600) and Double Dragon (Master System). Technos Japan Corp. also made Nintendo World Cup, River City Ransom and Nekketsu Street Basket: Ganbare Dunk Heroes for the NES.
Double Dragon II: The Revenge 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 NES 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
48 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Player 1 Starts With 8 Lives | AASVETGE |
|---|---|
| Player 2 Starts With 8 Lives | AAVVSTGE |
| Player 1 Starts With 1 Life | PASVETGA |
| Player 2 Starts With 1 Life | PAVVSTGA |
| Never Lose Lives From Falling | SZXAYKVS |
| Never Lose Lives From Low Energy | SXOANXVS |
Double Dragon II: The Revenge 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.
Double Dragon II: The Revenge FAQ
When did Double Dragon II: The Revenge come out on the NES?
Double Dragon II: The Revenge was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Double Dragon II: The Revenge?
It was developed by Technos Japan Corp. and published by Acclaim.
Is Double Dragon II: The Revenge multiplayer?
Yes. Double Dragon II: The Revenge supports up to 2 players.
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.