Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
67

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
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  1. Metro GameCentral
    Aug 1, 2023
    40
    An occasionally interesting attempt to update the Double Dragon formula, which understands the appeal of the original but fails to offer any longevity or variety.

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#73 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2023

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User Score
5.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 10
  3. Negative: 3 out of 10
  1. LTTS_Kyle
    Aug 1, 2023
    8
    Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons is a syringe of nostalgia to the veins of any old-school gamer who fell in love with theDouble Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons is a syringe of nostalgia to the veins of any old-school gamer who fell in love with the side-scrolling beat 'em up genre. Luckily, the visual flair, rogue-lite elements, and healthy number of unlockables keep it from feeling too stale. While it may not have staying power past a couple of weeks, for around $20 you get a fun, slick, simple side scroller with an array of unique-feeling characters to play as. Especially with a friend, the new Double Dragon is a blast, if even for just a couple hours.… Full Review »
  2. LOBEI
    Aug 4, 2023
    9
    Really fun game. Remember you have to cancel your attacks recovery into run or jumps in order to have good mobility. Try to get as muchReally fun game. Remember you have to cancel your attacks recovery into run or jumps in order to have good mobility. Try to get as much special KOs and crowd controls too.… Full Review »
  3. Mind_Flayer
    Aug 2, 2023
    0
    Don't waste your money in this game, it is a complete mess, slow movements no enemy variety, boring bosses, awful music and a mediocre pixelDon't waste your money in this game, it is a complete mess, slow movements no enemy variety, boring bosses, awful music and a mediocre pixel art. I have never regretted a purchase so much. This is not the Double Dragon game we deserved.… Full Review »
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