Double Dragon II: The Revenge
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Double Dragon II – Did the C64 Sequel Improve on the Original?
️ Double Dragon II: The Revenge (1989) – Commodore 64 Arcade Beat ’Em Up Martial Arts Classic Released in 1989 by Technōs Japan and ported to the Commodore 64 by Binary Design, Double Dragon II: The Revenge continues the story of Billy and Jimmy Lee as they set out to avenge the death of Marian. Building on the success of the original, the sequel delivers faster combat, tougher enemies, and more varied stage design. The C64 version preserves the core arcade experience, featuring side-scrolling brawling action, cooperative two-player gameplay, and a wide range of martial arts techniques. You can punch, kick, jump, and use weapons to fight their way through gangs of enemies and imposing boss characters. Each stage introduces new environments and enemy types, gradually increasing the challenge. While occasional slowdown can occur during intense scenes, the smooth scrolling and colourful graphics help maintain the game’s fast-paced momentum.
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️ Double Dragon II: The Revenge (1989) – Commodore 64 Arcade Beat ’Em Up Martial Arts Classic Released in 1989 by Technōs Japan and ported to the Commodore 64 by Binary Design, Double Dragon II: The Revenge continues the story of Billy and Jimmy Lee as they set out to avenge the death of Marian. Building on the success of the original, the sequel delivers faster combat, tougher enemies, and more varied stage design. The C64 version preserves the core arcade experience, featuring side-scrolling brawling action, cooperative two-player gameplay, and a wide range of martial arts techniques. You can punch, kick, jump, and use weapons to fight their way through gangs of enemies and imposing boss characters. Each stage introduces new environments and enemy types, gradually increasing the challenge. While occasional slowdown can occur during intense scenes, the smooth scrolling and colourful graphics help maintain the game’s fast-paced momentum.
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Contemporary average 65% · range 40–80%
Commodore Force
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Reviewed by Tom Malcolm
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Reviewed by Bô GTV & JM Destroy
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Your Commodore
Reviewed by Jim Bluck. Virgin Games full-price release
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Reviewed by Robin Hogg & Stuart Wynne. Virgin Games full-price release
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Zzap!64
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