Double Dragon: all version differences
6 documented differences between the releases of Double Dragon, each with a source. Back to the main page for names, releases and where to play.
Category × version
| Category | NES | Master System | NES (US) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Content | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Title | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Version differences
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GameplayNES
The NES version replaces simultaneous co-op with alternating turns, and its story turns Jimmy Lee into the leader of the Black Warriors and the final boss.1
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GameplayNES
On the NES you gain experience and climb through up to seven levels that unlock stronger moves, and the stages are rebuilt with more platform jumps and traps.1
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ContentNES
The NES version drops Jeff and the mohawked Abobo, adds a new Mission 2 boss called Chin Taimei, and never shows more than two identical enemies at once.1
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GameplayNES
The NES cartridge includes a separate 'Mode B' for one-on-one fights as Billy or one of five enemy characters.1
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GameplayMaster System
The Master System version keeps two-player co-op, puts up to three enemies on screen and uses brighter colors than the NES game.1
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TitleNES (US)
The US NES title screen loses the bottom row of flames to make space for the Tradewest logo and extra copyright lines.2
Sources
Checked: 2026-10-13