Two licenses owned by publisher Tradewest crossed over in 1993: Rare's Battletoads, Rash, Zitz and Pimple, team up with Billy and Jimmy Lee to stop the Dark Queen, who has joined forces with the Shadow Boss and a giant spaceship called the Colossus. The NES original was followed by versions on the SNES, Genesis and Game Boy.
Unlike the punishing first Battletoads, this crossover is built more like a straightforward brawler, with less variety but a gentler difficulty. Each of the five characters has distinct moves, and the Battletoads' cartoony smash hits, which turn their fists and feet into hammers and boots, still steal the show. Stages include fighting across the hull of the Colossus, and a speeder bike chase. Two players can play together. It is a good entry point for players put off by the original Battletoads' famous difficulty.
Tips for Battletoads & Double Dragon
Pick a Battletoad for heavier hits or a Lee brother for faster combos; mix both in co-op.
On the speeder bike stage, memorize the hazard pattern; reactions alone are not enough.
Throw or knock enemies off the edge of the spaceship's hull when possible for quick kills.
How to Play Battletoads & Double Dragon
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Is Battletoads & Double Dragon free to play?
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What console is Battletoads & Double Dragon for?
Battletoads & Double Dragon was originally released for the NES. On RetroVault.GG, you can play it online in your browser without needing the original console.
What genre is Battletoads & Double Dragon?
Battletoads & Double Dragon is a action, fighting game. It was made for the NES.
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