January 15, 2015
Dotemu

Double Dragon Trilogy

The Double Dragon Trilogy is an enjoyable nod to the nostalgic action games of old. Publisher DotEmu has made subtle changes to the classic gameplay, however, with mixed results.

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stability, gameplay

70% User Score Based on 970 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

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Double Dragon Trilogy is a single player and multiplayer casual hack and slash game. It was developed by Dotemu and was released on January 15, 2015. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

The Double Dragon Trilogy consists of three games featuring Billy and Jimmy, martial artists seeking to save Billy's girlfriend, avenge a loved one's death, and find Rosetta Stones. With a variety of blows and techniques, players face off against fierce enemies and bosses in this classic beat 'em up series. This trilogy offers a challenging and action-packed experience, bringing the nostalgic arcade games to modern platforms.

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music9 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The game brings back nostalgic memories of playing the original arcade version.
Great port of the classic games with improved graphics and sound.
The inclusion of multiple games in the trilogy offers good value for fans.

The controls are unresponsive and difficult to use, making gameplay frustrating.
The game lacks features like infinite continues and multiplayer, which diminishes the experience.
Many users report issues with downloading and compatibility on newer devices.

music
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
61%
10%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the remastered soundtracks of Double Dragon 1 and 2, while expressing disappointment that Double Dragon 3 lacks a similar upgrade. Players appreciate the option to switch between original and remixed tracks, noting that the remixes enhance the experience without detracting from nostalgia. However, some users have reported technical issues, such as delayed sound effects and music glitches, which detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “The double dragon 2 OST sounds great and remastered!”
- “I like the more modern take of the soundtrack with the 'remix' option, but you still have the original as the other option (which is awesome in its own right).”
- “The music remixes actually complement the original tracks and aren't annoying at all.”
- “Sound effects are delayed by over a second and the music sounds like it's coming from the lousiest emulator on the oldest computer in the world.”
- “It's not even the original arcade music as it has been remixed, taking away from the nostalgic feelings which you are banking on to sell these.”
- “I really wish the game wouldn't start on remix music.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics have received positive feedback, with many users appreciating the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic arcade games. While some praise the improved visuals and audio, others express a desire for a remake with modern graphics and better controls. However, there are mixed opinions regarding the touch controls, which some feel detract from the overall experience.
- “Love it, it takes me back to the 80's when I was a kid... it's just like the arcade version, graphics and all... hands down.”
- “It works perfectly and the graphics are amazing, yup, a 13-year-old and playing the oldies... xd.”
- “Great graphics, but the control of the character is horrible.”
- “Needs better controls and improved but original graphics.”
- “I wish there was a good remake of these classics with new-gen graphics and animation.”
- “You should also give us the option to remove the graphical changes and revert everything back to its original unmodified form.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
91%
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and bugs that disrupt gameplay. While some players enjoy the overall experience, many have experienced significant issues, such as the game freezing during critical moments and installation problems. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a major concern that needs addressing.
- “Runs great on the HTC One!”
- “The game maintains a smooth frame rate even during intense action sequences.”
- “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs, which is impressive!”
- “Game freezes very easily, whether by returning to the game from the homescreen or simply starting a new game.”
- “Problem is I've encountered numerous freezes which closes the app.”
- “It freezes when I pause, go to settings then try to get back to the resume game screen.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some users praising the classic beat 'em up style and improvements in mechanics, while others criticize the sticky and awkward controls that detract from the experience. Despite some technical issues like occasional hangs, the latest updates have enhanced gameplay for many, making it a worthwhile purchase for fans of the genre. Overall, the game offers a nostalgic experience with added value through extra modes, but control issues remain a significant concern.
- “It is Double Dragon, enough said; the extra modes are a nice addition to the gameplay value.”
- “Latest update made the gameplay even better!”
- “Def worth the few bucks, easy gameplay and classic beat 'em up style.”
- “Controls are quite sticky and awkward at times, which messes up the gameplay slightly.”
- “Awful, awful controls ruin gameplay.”
- “Hangs sometimes and very small gameplay time.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The story aspect of the game is generally appreciated, but players express a desire for more missions to enhance the experience. Some users find the on-screen controls awkward, wishing for gamepad support to improve gameplay during the story mode, which is a key feature of the game. Overall, the narrative is straightforward, focusing on a simple side-scrolling format with combat and storytelling elements.
- “The downside are the awkward on-screen controls; not everyone is comfortable using them. I wish there was gamepad support in story mode, which is, after all, the selling point of this compilation.”
- “The simple side-scroller is just point A to point B, fight the baddies, and read the storyline.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with users reporting intrusive ads that persist even when the game is not in use, despite having paid for it. Additionally, players feel misled by false advertising regarding new content and the absence of co-op features, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Falsely advertising 'new levels' really got my hopes up, but there are none.”
- “I bought and downloaded this game, and my phone was taken over by random ads even when I wasn't playing the game. I deleted it, and the problem went away. I shouldn't have this issue, especially from a game I paid for. I installed this game on four different devices, and even on one that was new from the phone store, I didn't install anything else and still got ads taking over my phone. Once I deleted this game, the ads stopped on all four devices.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Overall, the game's optimization is highly praised, with users reporting smooth performance and no stuttering issues. Improvements in sound and gameplay experience are noted, alongside adequate touch controls, difficulty settings, and controller support.
- “No stuttering or anything.”
- “Performance is top-notch; touch controls are decent, plus there are difficulty settings, controller support, and more.”
- “The games are improved in terms of stuttering and sound, without affecting the gameplay.”

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Double Dragon Trilogy is a casual hack and slash game.

Double Dragon Trilogy is available on PC, Phone, iPad, iPhone and others.

Double Dragon Trilogy was released on January 15, 2015.

Double Dragon Trilogy was developed by Dotemu.

Double Dragon Trilogy has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its stability.

Double Dragon Trilogy is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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