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Double Dragon: A Retro Arcade Review with a Father-Son Power Team Ah, “Double Dragon”—the quintessential beat ’em up that set the gold standard for the genre in arcades back in 1987. Fast forward to the present, and here I am, reliving those glory days with my son, DashingDerek, on our trusty PC. Let’s dive into this classic brawler and see how it holds up when played on modern equipment. A …

Retro Review: Battletoads & Double Dragon (NES) In the early 90s, a collaboration unseen before in the gaming industry took place, merging two universes that had captured the hearts of fans worldwide. “Battletoads & Double Dragon” emerged as a crossover for the ages, combining the brute force and comic relief of Rare’s “Battletoads” with the street-fighting savvy of Technos Japan’s “Double Dragon.” This NES title wasn’t just a game; it …