# Double Dragon II: The Revenge - A Hard-Hitting NES Beat 'em Up Sequel **Release Year:** 1988 (Arcade), 1989 (Japan), 1990 (North America, Europe) **Platform:** Arcade, Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), Game Boy, Sega Genesis, others **Meta Description:** **Tags:** Beat 'em Up, Action, Single-Player, Multiplayer, Retro *Double Dragon II: The Revenge*, released in December 1988 for arcades by Technōs Japan and ported to the NES in 1989 (Japan) and 1990 (North America/Europe) by Taito, is a beat 'em up sequel to *Double Dragon* (1987). Players control martial artists Billy and Jimmy Lee as they battle the Black Shadow Warriors to avenge the murder of Billy’s girlfriend, Marian, by the gang’s new leader. Featuring nine missions (NES) or four stages (arcade), players use punches, kicks, and weapons like chains and nunchaku to fight enemies like Abobo and new foes like ninjas. The NES version adds a deeper story, three difficulty modes (Practice, Warrior, Supreme Master), and true two-player co-op, unlike the arcade’s alternating play. With enhanced 8-bit visuals and a dynamic soundtrack by Kazunaka Yamane, it sold well (over 1 million NES copies) and is praised for refining the original’s formula. ## Why Play Double Dragon II: The Revenge? *Double Dragon II* improves on its predecessor with smoother controls, new moves (e.g., spin kick, hyper uppercut), and a hurricane kick for crowd control. The NES version’s nine missions offer varied settings (city, helicopter, mansion), while the arcade sticks to four intense stages. Two-player co-op (NES) enhances teamwork, and the leveling system unlocks moves faster than the original. Its challenging gameplay (2-4 hours main story, 5-8 for completion) and gritty vibe make it a must-play for retro ROM and beat 'em up fans, though high difficulty (especially Supreme Master mode) and limited lives may test newcomers. ## Game Features - Play as Billy or Jimmy Lee across 9 missions (NES) or 4 stages (arcade) - Use martial arts moves (punch, kick, spin kick, hyper uppercut) and weapons (chain, nunchaku, pipe) - NES: True two-player co-op; three difficulty modes (Practice, Warrior, Supreme Master) - Arcade: Alternating co-op; faster-paced combat - Battle enemies like Abobo, ninjas, and the mysterious Shadow Boss - Experience authentic arcade/NES gameplay on our retro ROM platform ## Play Double Dragon II: The Revenge Online Punch your way through today! Our website, Classic Joy Games, lets you play *Double Dragon II: The Revenge* instantly with no downloads, optimized for modern browsers using arcade or NES emulators. Alternatively, enjoy it on sites like MyEmulator.online, Arcade Spot, or find physical copies on eBay/Amazon ($20-$50 for NES). Ideal for fans of retro ROMs and classic beat 'em ups! Note: For emulation, use MAME (arcade) or Nestopia/Mesen (NES) for optimal performance; NES version recommended for co-op and depth. Join players worldwide and enjoy *Double Dragon II: The Revenge* on Classic Joy Games. Start your fight now and avenge Marian to solidify the Lee brothers’ legacy!