Double Dragon II: The Revenge

I loved Renegade and the original Double Dragion, and was really pleased with the sequel. Although it's been dismissed by some as merely a remake, Double Dragon II was a step upwards from the first game, and was a lot tougher to beat.

Firstly are the new control method and couple of new moves that have been added- the all-conquering back-elbow is now a more balanced move, and there are new flying kicks. Weapons also are different, with shovels, chains and haystacks replacing some of the older ones.

Although some of the scenery is very similar to the first game, the range of enemies is now a lot wider, especially the hulking end-of-level bosses. It's about the right length for an arcade game, with a good difficulty curve. Graphics and sound are close to the original (the same level of detail, but slightly more color). There isn't much of a story, but there is a good twist at the end.

Overall, I'd say this was the best DD game- I thought the series went downhill with the sequel (where you had to insert real money in order to buy things from the shop!), and the one-on-one versions that followed.

"Double Dragon 2: The Revenge" in 1988 left so-so impressions. On the one hand, this is a classic of the beat 'em up genre, familiar and beloved by many. However, the pace of the game feels too slow: the characters move quite slowly (to put it mildly), which affects the overall dynamics and sense of rhythm. Expectations from the action suggest a high pace and adrenaline, but there is clearly not enough of it here. Even in the moments of lively battles, the movement of the characters and their reactions seem somewhat delayed, which reduces the overall tension of the gameplay.

As for the graphics, it also leaves a double impression. At the time of release, the game looked good, but playing it already in the mid-1990s, you realize that this is a weak game: character animations are scarce, and the environment is made with minimal details. The backgrounds and levels, although reflecting the surroundings of streets and factories, look flat and monotonous, which somewhat reduces immersion in the game world.

It is worth noting that "Double Dragon 2" stands out for its attack system, which is unusual and adds a tactical element to the battles. There are two main strike buttons in the game: one for left strikes, the other for right strikes. Such mechanics allow the player to focus on enemies coming from different sides, and brings variety to the approach to battles. Sometimes you can get confused about what you're pushing, who you're trying to hit and get over it, but the feature is generally interesting. In addition, there are a number of techniques in the arsenal, from simple punches and kicks to powerful attacks, such as turntables, which diversify the gameplay and allows the player to experiment with combo strikes to develop their strategy.

The plot seems to continue the story of the first part, telling about the revenge of the main character for the kidnapping and death of his beloved. Although the narrative here does not differ in depth, it well supports the fighting spirit and immersion in the atmosphere of the 1980s, characteristic of the classics of the beat 'em up genre. But who pays attention to the plot in childhood. We must go and smash the villains.

Enemies get stronger with each level, and players encounter bosses that are quite difficult to defeat. Overall, although the game may seem slow and graphically weak, its atmosphere and unusual attack system are still remembered. But in general, the game turned out to be a bummer for me at the time.

6 out of 10.

The Double Dragon series is one of the most unique fighting video games! The characters, the action, and the sure thrill of excitement makes this game a fun non-stop playing time! Below is a brief look how I think the game is!

Game Play: The game play is very good. There is really basic controls here and is easy to perform. Novice gamers should have a good time here!

Graphics: The graphics are wonderful especially for the regular Nintendo System! The backgrounds are really beautiful!

Difficulty: The game is easy but as it goes on you find out that it will become more difficult!

Music: The music is great! Just fantastic catchy tunes through out the game! In My opinion its some of the best music ever in a video game!

Sound: The sound is great. Nuff said!

Overall: I have always loved Double Dragon II: The Revenge! If you like excellent Fighting adventure games then I strongly recommend you play this game!

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