Rage of the Dragons NEO

Rage of the Dragons feels like a solid port that stands on its own as a niche title in the tag team fighting game. One which couldn’t have chosen a better time to for a re-release in the year of the genre’s resurgence.

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100% User Score Based on 19 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 7 reviews

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Rage of the Dragons NEO is a multiplayer casual action adventure game. It was developed by QUByte Interactive and was released on November 13, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Rage of the Dragons NEO is a fast-paced 2D fighting game featuring tag team battles where players control two fighters, switching between them to execute unique combo moves. With refined gameplay, striking visuals, and strategic dual combat mechanics, every hit and decision can turn the tide of battle. It offers a challenging experience with charismatic characters and intense action.

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graphics4 positive mentions

character development3 negative mentions

Rage of the Dragons NEO features fast-paced 2D combat with smooth animations and impressive visuals, making it a quality fighting game.
The game includes a variety of modes, such as the Dragon Challenge and a robust training mode, along with online play that features rollback netcode for a smooth experience.
The character roster is diverse, with unique skills and backstories, and the tag-team mechanic adds depth to the gameplay, allowing for strategic play.

The online player base is sparse, and the lack of crossplay limits matchmaking options, making it difficult to find opponents.
While the game is fun, its presentation and limited modes may leave players wanting more, especially compared to the original Neo Geo Double Dragon.
Some gameplay issues persist, such as an abusive AI in arcade mode and certain balance problems that can dampen the experience.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay of "Rage of the Dragons Neo" is characterized by its refined mechanics, nostalgic charm, and a mix of old-school fighting elements reminiscent of titles like Garou and Street Fighter. New features such as the dragon challenge mode and a tag team mechanic enhance the experience, while the smooth controls and appealing character designs contribute to its addictive nature. However, the game offers limited single-player content, making it more suited for multiplayer enthusiasts.
- “New to this version is the dragon challenge mode, which offers new challenges and gameplay experiences.”
- “With its refined gameplay and nostalgic charm, Rage of the Dragons Neo is a solid choice for both newcomers and series veterans.”
- “The game is super fun and addictive, with fresh, accessible mechanics, awesome character designs, smooth movesets, SNK-style artwork, and a great soundtrack.”
- “It's a niche old school Neo Geo fighting game with very grounded gameplay (akin to Garou or Street Fighter in terms of combat, speed, and combo length), a tag team mechanic system, rollback netcode, and thin single player content.”
- “I will leave it to the diehard fighting game experts to comment on the deeper aspects of the gameplay.”
- “[Brings a super niche fighter back with respectable features, including a CRT filter! Lots of neat gameplay ideas you won't see in other fighters. You can own a bizarre piece of Double Dragon history without buying an arcade machine or expensive console.]”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The graphics in the game are praised for their impressive visuals, smooth animations, and vibrant character designs, contributing to an engaging and addictive experience. However, some users expressed disappointment over the removal of certain graphic elements in specific stages, which they felt detracted from the overall aesthetic. Overall, the game features polished artwork and customizable screen filters that enhance its visual appeal.
- “The fast 2D combat, smooth animation, and impressive visuals still make it a quality fighter.”
- “Amazing panel artwork and cool screen filter options.”
- “[Graphics and sound positively buzz, a deep tag-team combat system full of combo-mining potential, a really polished re-release package that covers almost all bases.]”
- “The Kang/Jones stage has a graphic layer removed to eliminate the evoga on the floor.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making the visuals disappointing.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The game features impressive character development through unique designs and distinct fighting styles, which were adapted to avoid licensing issues with the original "Double Dragon." Players appreciate the fresh mechanics and smooth movesets, contributing to an engaging and addictive gameplay experience.
- “The character designs are cool and have well differentiated fighting styles.”
- “The game is super fun and addictive, with fresh, accessible mechanics, awesome character designs, smooth movesets, SNK-style artwork, and a great soundtrack.”
- “The character development feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “I was disappointed by how one-dimensional the characters are; they don't evolve or grow throughout the game.”
- “The backstories of the characters are poorly fleshed out, leaving players with little understanding of their motivations.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's soundtrack is noted for its eclectic and memorable quality, setting it apart from typical fighting game music. Players appreciate the fresh and addictive gameplay, complemented by a great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- “The game is super fun and addictive, with fresh, accessible mechanics, awesome character designs, smooth movesets, SNK-style artwork, and a great soundtrack.”
- “The music is an eclectic mix and reasonably memorable.”
- “If nothing else, it does stand out for being different than most fighting game music.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The new port enhances replayability by introducing playable bosses Abubo and Johann in various game modes, while also addressing previous bugs and glitches, making the experience smoother and more enjoyable.
- “The new port is fantastic and adds exciting content, like the two new bosses, Abubo and Johann, who are now playable in most game modes without the bugs and glitches that plagued previous versions.”
- “The replayability factor is off the charts, with multiple game modes and new characters to explore, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
- “I love how the game encourages experimentation with different strategies and character choices, ensuring that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The new port has significantly improved stability, with users noting the absence of the bugs and glitches that plagued previous versions, particularly regarding the playability of the two new bosses, Abubo and Johann, across most game modes.

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Rage of the Dragons NEO is a casual action adventure game.

Rage of the Dragons NEO is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Rage of the Dragons NEO was released on November 13, 2024.

Rage of the Dragons NEO was developed by QUByte Interactive.

Rage of the Dragons NEO has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Rage of the Dragons NEO is a multiplayer game with local co-op support.

Similar games include GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES, Capcom Fighting Collection 2, The King of Fighters XIV, THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV, FIGHTING EX LAYER and others.

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