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1988 Classic

A classic side-scrolling beat 'em up where you fight through gangs alone or with a friend to avenge a fallen ally. Direction-based attack buttons and new moves make combat deeper than in the original.

What defines Double Dragon II: The Revenge:

  • Challenging difficulty
  • Action-packed real-time combat
  • Co-op or multiplayer
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

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  • Challenging difficulty
  • Co-op or multiplayer
  • Action-packed real-time combat

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Streets of Rage

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A classic Sega side-scrolling brawler where you punch and kick your way through a crime-ridden city to a legendary electronic soundtrack, with optional two-player co-op.

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Virtua Cop 2

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The King of Fighters '95

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A classic 2D SNK arcade fighter where you assemble a three-fighter team and battle in team-versus matches. Precise inputs and combos are the focus, and it shines in head-to-head play.

Insurgency

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Chivalry: Medieval Warfare

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Left 4 Dead

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