Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons similar games & best alternatives

Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2023

Should you play it?

The Double Dragon brothers return in this fresh addition to the iconic franchise. With roguelite elements, every playthrough is a chance at new action. Tag in with 2 of 4 starter characters or unlock 20 additional characters, each with their own special moves and playstyles. Online & Local Co-op.

What works

  • Engaging and skillful combat system
  • Innovative tag-team mechanics
  • High replayability with multiple characters and stage orders
  • Solid local and planned online co-op
  • Nostalgic pixel art and soundtrack

Things to keep in mind

  • Short main campaign length
  • Lack of online multiplayer at launch
  • Some difficulty spikes and boss cheapness
  • Limited character customization options
  • Minor bugs and occasional technical issues

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Sephiria

  • Full Metal Furies

  • Cluckmech Oasis

  • Pebble Knights

  • Knights of Braveland

  • River City Girls 2

More competitive

Games that feels like Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons but with more competition against others

  • Pocket Bravery

  • Little Fighter 2 Remastered

  • River City Ransom: Underground

  • Streets of Rage 4

  • MARVEL Cosmic Invasion

  • Bounty of One

More intense

Games that feels like Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons but with a more intense feel

  • Rampage Knights

  • Son of a Witch

  • SHOCK TROOPERS

  • Metaverse Keeper / 元能失控

  • Fight'N Rage

  • Lost Castle / 失落城堡

Less exploratory

Games that feels like Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons but with less exploration of areas and secrets

  • Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Classic

  • 99Vidas

  • Chenso Club

  • The Ninja Saviors: Return of the Warriors

  • Chroma Squad

  • GIBZ

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How to read the map This is a polar difference map: direction = which motivation differs, and distance = how much (same units as the sidebar deltas).

Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence, Relaxation. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Value.

Last update: 03/08/2026