Double Dragon to iPad - Old Games News

Double Dragon

In March 2011, Double Dragon Reboot was launched for the iPad and iPhone. Many retro fans will definitely recall this classic title from the coin ops. It was eventually ported to most every major home gaming console, including the NES, C64, Amiga, Atari 2600 and the ZX Spectrum. Further, it was made into a movie.

It should be no real surprise, then, to see it resurface almost 25 years later. With its rampant popularity and the new nostalgic movements in video gaming, many of the oldies but goodies are receiving minor facelifts and being placed back on the market. So how is Double Dragon Reboot?

Much of the newer version’s display area is taken up by the controls. On the iPad, that is fine, but on the smaller screens, such as the iPhone, you are going to want to wear bi-focals to see the action on the screen. The action, however, is very good. The bosses and enemies have improved graphics, of course, and the soundtrack is a little bit more funky, but overall, it is still a brawling good time.

One tip for the true old schoolers: we all remember those areas in the alley that were simply flooded with Black Warriors gang members. The frame rate dropped drastically and you had all kinds of time to plan your next punch and position yourself to do the most damage. Don’t count on that strategy here. Double Dragon reboot is just as smooth as silk and your reflexes had better smoother. Are you up to the challenge?