Developer Arc System Works announced that the sequel to the classic beat-'em-up action game "Double Dragon Returns" has officially launched on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch platforms today.To celebrate the simultaneous launch of the digital and physical versions of the game, the official released a release promotional video based on the game's opening animation.
Sales promotion video:
The promotional video does not focus on the actual game screen, but uses a strong stylized audio-visual language to set the tone for the reboot of this classic IP.While presenting the images of the protagonists Billy and Jimmy, the film also shows one by one the various enemies that players will face.The protagonists performed their unique combinations of moves in brief scenes, and with the final appearance of the powerful villain, the hero camp instantly fell into a hard fight, which foreshadowed the hardships of the journey.
This time "Double Dragon Returns" is launched in three physical versions: in addition to the standard version, the limited edition comes with three additional character cards and multiple sets of exclusive costumes; the deluxe version also includes a digital soundtrack, a digital art set collection, an exclusive steel box, a physical printed art collection, and theme posters.
As a direct sequel to the classic series, the story of this game takes place in the original world view and revolves around Billy and Jimmy embarking on a new adventure to rescue their childhood friend Marianne and fight against the "Shadow Warriors" gang.While retaining the classic narrative style, the game modernizes the beat-'em-up action gameplay: exquisite combos can be triggered through specific key combinations, and players can also grab and throw enemies into environmental traps.All characters are equipped with "super special moves" that can be launched when surrounded, and unique moves can be derived from air releases.
In addition, each level of the game is designed with special mechanisms - from wall-mounted flamethrowers to guardrail-free abyss bridges, various environmental traps and interactive elements can be used cleverly, becoming the key to causing huge damage to the enemy.
"Double Dragon Returns" has attracted much attention since it was first announced in July 2024.In the trailer in June this year, officials confirmed that it will launch limited editions and deluxe editions and land on the Switch platform.Developer Arc System Works emphasized that this game focuses on "intuitive gameplay" and encourages players to observe and analyze enemy behavior patterns to defeat the enemy with precise timing.
