Double Dragon Revive

"​Double Dragon Revive will not be the return to form that it should have been for some. Others may look beyond the iffy art direction and new-yet-dated graphics and find a very competent and, dare I say, fun brawler with …"

"Double Dragon Revive represents a step backwards in virtually every way. It&s;s a missed opportunity that likely relegates the historic series to the background once again, waiting for someone to finally do it the justice it deserves."

"Double Dragon Revive introduces interesting ideas such as unique character moves and combat that attempts to be complex. However, these intentions are undermined by fundamental gameplay flaws. Despite a noteworthy soundtrack, Double Dragon&s;s return feels dull and underdeveloped."

"Double Dragon Revive is exactly what the series needed to come back from obscurity. Veterans and new players alike will enjoy what Yuke&s;s has brought out here. It may not be groundbreaking, or even a AAA title by today&s;s standards, …"

"Double Dragon Revive doesn&s;t quite hit the mark, but does do some things right."

"Far from being the disaster we feared, Double Dragon Revive is a worthy entry in the series that brings some interesting ideas to a very classic development. It&s;s dated and can&s;t compete with the titans of the genre, but you&s;ll …"

"Double Dragon Revive isn&s;t a completely disappointing game, but it doesn&s;t completely captivate either. It&s;s a prime example of a project that works just enough to be entertaining, especially when the action heats up and the combat system shows its …"

"“Double Dragon: Revive” is a title that prioritizes the core experience and satisfying combat of arcade action. Strategic combat, stage interactions, and cooperative play are all seamlessly integrated, delivering enjoyment within the genre’s framework while making thoughtful, measured changes to …"

"Double Dragon Revive is no revival of its franchise. If anything, it feels like mindless filler. The graphics are nice (though it seems that’s a rare opinion), the combat is solid, if incredibly simple, and the levels don’t do enough …"

"Double Dragon Revive isn&s;t the triumphant return many were hoping for, but it doesn&s;t completely disappoint either. It maintains the classic spirit of the series and offers moments of cooperative fun, although its technical execution and design could have been …"

"If you&s;re looking for detailed graphics, well-modeled characters, and impeccable textures, Double Dragon Revive might not be the right game for you. But if visuals aren&s;t a problem and what you&s;re looking for is arcade fun, solid gameplay, and that …"

"Maybe with a bit of post-launch updating some of this stuff could be worked on and enhanced, but as the game is now, Double Dragon Revive is only recommended if you have a Double Dragon shaped hole in your life …"

"Double Dragon Revive attempts to bring the franchise back into the spotlight, but fails miserably"

"The word “slop” has recently been overused to the point of death, and that’s a shame, because I’d very much like to call Double Dragon Revive slop. It baffles me how you can put out something this ugly and unenjoyable …"

"Double Dragon Revive feels less like the miraculous resurrection its title might suggest and more like exhuming a shambling corpse."

"Double Dragon Revive isn’t the rebirth fans were hoping for. Its combat impresses with a variety of defensive and environmental mechanics that add real depth to each fight, but other elements drag the experience down."

"Though Streets of Rage 4 remains the bar to pass, Double Dragon Revive even feels markedly less satisfying than the excellent Double Dragon: Rise of the Dragons which was released a little over two years ago. That said, while Double …"

"Double Dragon Revive fails to deliver a much-needed shot of adrenaline for the Double Dragon series, falling flat in almost every regard. Only the most hardcore of genre fans will find anything to praise here, and all others should stay …"

"Double Dragon Revive is a classic brought back to life, but that means many of the issues have returned as well."

"In summary, Double Dragon Revive positions itself as one of the strongest candidates for the worst recent installment in the series. While it avoids the absolute depths plumbed by Rosetta Stone and Double Dragon IV, it clearly falls short of …"

"Double Dragon Revive punches its way back into the spotlight with smooth performance, deep combat, and a healthy dose of nostalgia. It’s a fun, interactive, and well-built brawler that honours its roots while embracing modern polish, even if its story …"

"Despite coming from a long line of games, Double Dragon Revive failed to reach the level of quality worthy of its golden age. It manages to be entertaining with its dynamic combat and good variety of scenarios, which offer interesting …"

"Double Dragon Revive is the sort of game that&s;s just damningly mediocre. It doesn&s;t fumble the ball too hard in any significant way, but neither does it really excel at offering a fun and engaging beat &s;em up. Interesting gameplay …"

"Ultimately I don&s;t think Double Dragon Revive is going to bring the revival to the franchise the title claims. There&s;s something here and I reckon another year of development, polish and tweaking could honestly result in a legitimately great scrolling …"

"Double Dragon Revive lacks a more decisive personality, but there&s;s no doubt that the game manages to overcome skepticism, delivering a solid enough gameplay system and a great beat&s;em up experience for modern times. The only downside is the rather …"

"A dull reboot of a legendary franchise, Double Dragon Revive mixes tedium with wonky movement, boring stages and annoying bosses for an ultimately unfulfilling experience."

"Double Dragon is back, and it looks better than ever. Good looks and more freedom when it comes to movement doesn&s;t translate to a game that&s;s more fun to play, however, with the combat of Double Dragon Revive feeling rather …"

"Without reinventing the wheel, Double Dragon Revive is yet another attempt to revive classic beat &s;em ups, and even though it&s;s relatively simpler than some competitors in the genre, the game has its fair share of fun."

"Double Dragon Revive tries to recapture the arcade glory days but stumbles with thin presentation, repetitive gameplay, and half-baked features—yet if you once blew your allowance on beat-’em-ups, there’s still a few hours of fun to be had, though you’re …"

"Double Dragon Revive was a real surprise: it&s;s the kind of game we weren&s;t expecting much from, only to discover we&s;d unfairly underestimated it. Yuke&s;s work is a smart evolution not only of the series itself, but also of the …"

"Double Dragon Revive is a love letter to the franchise, but one that occasionally forgets to stamp it properly. It’s not bad game per say, there are flashes of brilliance where it all comes together, and for those moments, it …"

"Double Dragon Revive is a good beat &s;em up that lets you try new things and brings back memories. There are some problems with the revival, but fans of the type should still go. It fits well with newer games …"