From today, May 9th at 9AM GMT (2AM PDT), you can play Empire Interactive’s Double Dragon on Xbox Live Arcade for Xbox 360. Double Dragon will be available worldwide for 400 Microsoft Points (that’s $5 / €4.80 / £3.40) and is rated E10+ by the Entertainment Software Rating Board, with mild suggestive themes and violence.
The legendary arcade classic that introduced gamers to co-op street-brawling action is back in both original form and a re-creation of the classic coin-op game that’s looking better than ever. Prepare to go it alone or team up with a friend.
Check out the video of level 1:
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Game features include:
* Two-player co-op multiplayer locally or over Xbox Live.
* Special extras such as a look at the original Japanese and U.S. Double Dragon sales fliers.
* Gameplay with either the original graphics or with new high-definition graphics with enhanced art.
* All new music.
* Hints and tips for newcomers.
* Three leaderboards.
* Customizable button configurations.
* Ability to earn up to 12 Achievements and 200 Gamerscore points.
Storyline: Double Dragon is the story of Billy and Jimmy Lee, twin brothers who learned to fight on the cold, tough streets of their city. Their expert knowledge of the ancient martial art of Sou-Setsu-Ken, combined with their streetwise outlook, means that they’re two of the most formidable combatants ever to walk the streets. Billy and Jimmy will use their feet, fists, elbows and whatever weapons come to hand to defeat the gang that kidnapped Billy’s girlfriend.
Take a look at this Double Dragon comparison video that shows a side by side look of the original & update:
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