Double Dragon Advance

About

"Double Dragon Advance" is a classic beat-em-up game that brings together beloved stages, weapons, and enemies from across the series. Customize your screen border with five wallpaper options, and utilize an expanded moveset including the Pin Attack and new weapons like the Flail and Nunchaku. Face off against reanimated bosses such as Burnov and the Five Emperors for an ultimate challenging experience.

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

graphics3 negative mentions

A nostalgic and fun recreation of the classic arcade game, blending elements from both the arcade and NES versions.
Gameplay is fluid and responsive, with a good variety of attacks and challenging difficulty that keeps it engaging.
The game successfully introduces local co-op play, making it more accessible and enjoyable for new players.

The game suffers from speed issues, running too fast on some systems, which detracts from the experience.
Graphics and animations feel outdated, making it less appealing compared to modern fighting games.
Lacks online multiplayer and has limited options for customization, which may disappoint some players.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is praised for its fluidity and responsiveness, offering a deep and versatile combat system that stands out among beat 'em ups, particularly in comparison to older titles. While it modernizes mechanics from the original arcade game, some players note its dated graphics and short length as drawbacks. Overall, it provides a rich gameplay experience, especially with the addition of survival mode, despite its age.
- “Add in the survival mode, and there's tons of gameplay to be wrung out of this game.”
- “The gameplay is very fluid and puts most other older Double Dragon games to shame in comparison. There is a good variety of attacks you can execute, and your character is fast and responsive.”
- “The fighting mechanics and button layout may appear strange at first, but unlike most beat 'em ups that rely on single button combos and special move buttons, this game has a deep, engaging, and highly versatile variety of moves for every situation.”
- “While it lacks the visual flashiness of recent beat 'em ups, it more than makes up for it with highly efficient combat mechanics.”
- “On the other hand, the game is ancient - ancient graphics, ancient animations, ancient mechanics, very short also.”
- “Gameplay in beat 'em ups hasn't hugely evolved in the last twenty years, and you'll struggle to find a game in this genre with tighter controls than DD Advance.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are criticized for being outdated and lacking options, resembling a barebones romdump. While the large and dynamic sprites offer some visual appeal, the overall presentation feels rough and reminiscent of older titles, with animations and mechanics that have not aged well.
- “It's a barebones romdump with really poor graphics options.”
- “The graphics may look a lot more rough than modern beat 'em ups, but the sprites are huge and dynamic.”
- “On the other hand, the game is ancient - ancient graphics, ancient animations, ancient mechanics, and very short as well.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in Double Dragon Advance features iconic tracks from the original arcade game and its sequel, providing a nostalgic experience. However, the sound quality is limited by the Game Boy Advance's capabilities, leading to some ear-piercing noises; using a sound filter can enhance the listening experience by emphasizing lower frequencies. Overall, the soundtrack is well-regarded despite these audio limitations.
- “Double Dragon Advance came out a very long time ago for the Game Boy Advance. It is a reimagined version of the original Double Dragon arcade game that also includes elements from Double Dragon 2, such as some of its iconic music tracks.”
- “The music soundtrack itself is great despite the low quality of the sound. I highly recommend putting on a sound filter to emphasize the low frequency range, which removes most of the ear-piercing noises this game has. This helps a lot!”
- “The music in this game feels outdated and lacks the charm of the original tracks.”
- “While the game has some nostalgic elements, the music doesn't capture the essence of the classic Double Dragon experience.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and fails to engage players, making the overall experience less enjoyable.”