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Introduce
Double Dragon (USA) NES plunges players into the gritty world of street fighting as Billy Lee, a courageous martial artist on a mission to rescue his girlfriend Marian from the notorious Black Warriors gang. The story kicks off dramatically with Marian's abduction right before Billy's eyes, propelling him into a relentless battle through the city's dangerous urban landscapes.
The gameplay of Double Dragon is a quintessential example of the side-scrolling beat 'em up genre. Players guide Billy (or Jimmy in the alternating two-player mode) from left to right, confronting hordes of enemies that emerge from all directions. Basic attacks include punches and kicks, but a key feature of the game is its evolving martial arts system. Initially, Billy only has basic moves, but as he defeats enemies and accumulates experience points, he unlocks more powerful techniques such as the elbow smash, jump kick, or kneel kick. Mastering these new moves is crucial for progressing through the more challenging stages.
Beyond hand-to-hand combat, players can also pick up and utilize various weapons dropped by enemies, including baseball bats, whips, knives, and even dynamite. Strategic use of these weapons can significantly ease confrontations with large groups of foes or tough bosses. The enemies in the game are diverse, ranging from muscular thugs like Abobo and female assassins like Linda, to the final boss Willy, armed with a machine gun.
The NES version of Double Dragon is notable for initially being a single-player experience. The two-player mode allows two players to alternate control of Billy and Jimmy. Another unique aspect is that at the very end of the game, if two players are present, they must engage in a final, climactic battle against each other for Marian's affection, an unexpected and dramatic twist. Despite its simplicity by today's standards, the game's graphics and sound effectively created a violent and captivating urban atmosphere, cementing Double Dragon's status as one of the most beloved NES titles of all time.
