I remember spending hours playing the classic beat-em-up game Double Dragon in the late ’80s when I used to visit arcades. It was one of the first games I fell in love with, even though I was probably too young to be playing it. The game was later ported to the NES, where I also spent countless hours enjoying it. Over the years, the Double Dragon series went through various changes and updates, with the latest one set to be released in 2025.
Double Dragon Revive is being developed by Arc System Works, a Japanese developer and publisher that acquired the rights to the series in 2015. Unlike the previous game, Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons, which had a cartoonish style, Revive is taking on a more modern and realistic look. The characters seem to have a wider range of moves, similar to recent Street Fighter games, and the gameplay is said to require adaptation and variety, rather than just button-mashing.
In addition to the visual changes, Revive is also expected to return to the classic Double Dragon formula, unlike the 2023 game that introduced roguelike elements and a tag-team feature. It will be interesting to see how players react to this return to the roots of the series in 2025. However, there are sure to be plenty of nostalgic fans from the ’80s who will be eager to give this new installment a try. The game will be available on the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam.
As a longtime fan of the Double Dragon series, I am excited to see how Arc System Works will revive this classic game for a modern audience. The updated visuals and expanded gameplay mechanics promise to bring a fresh take on the beloved franchise, while still honoring its roots. With the release set for 2025, fans will have to wait a bit longer to get their hands on this new Double Dragon adventure, but the anticipation is already building among gamers eager to relive the nostalgia of their arcade days.
