Double Dragon

Developer: Technos Japan

Double Dragon is a hard-hitting side-scrolling beat 'em up that defined arcade co-op action. Playing as martial-arts brothers, solo or with a friend, you brawl through gritty urban streets, subway tunnels and enemy strongholds using punches, kicks, throws and picked-up weapons. Tight controls, memorable enemy patterns and multi-stage boss encounters deliver a satisfying challenge and local teamwork dynamics. Its simple but deep combat loop, chainable moves and escalating difficulty make each run feel tense and rewarding—perfect for high-score chases and nostalgic arcade sessions that capture the sweat and excitement of late-1980s coin-op arcades.