Double Dragon II: The Revenge

This is a side-scrolling beat 'em up where players move through combat stages, fighting groups of enemies with punches, kicks, jump attacks, grabs, and weapon pickups. The game supports solo or cooperative play depending on the cabinet version. Progress is stage-based, with each area ending in a boss encounter. Success depends on spacing, crowd control, and good use of throws and aerial attacks, while continues allow players to retry after defeat.

Billy Lee

One of the Lee brothers and a playable protagonist with strong close-range combat.

Jimmy Lee

Billy’s brother and the second playable hero, sharing a similar fighting style.

Marian

A key character in the series whose death drives the revenge storyline.

Use throws to break up enemy groups and avoid being surrounded. Flying kicks are useful for closing distance, but don’t overuse them against armed enemies. In boss fights, bait attacks, then punish with quick combos or grabs. If playing with a partner, divide targets so one player controls crowds while the other focuses on priority enemies and bosses.

Tips and tricks

• Keep moving to avoid getting pinned by multiple enemies.
• Steal weapons whenever possible to speed up enemy clears.
• Use jump attacks to interrupt tougher opponents before they start pressure strings.