Reviewers found the game to be a solid trip down memory lane, though many felt the "enhanced" version was a missed opportunity for a true remake.
This specific version was delisted from the Xbox Live Arcade on July 1, 2009, following the closure of its publisher, Empire Interactive, making it unavailable for new purchases on the Xbox 360 marketplace. Double Dragon XBLA - Xbox 360 [Arcade]
“It's a classic NES game, I'd go so far as to consider it to be a staple of the system. It had some flaws, sure, but they aren't too bad considering.” GameFAQs · 15 years ago Reviewers found the game to be a solid
An optional graphical facelift was included that sharpens and smoothes the original sprites. Reviewers from Eurogamer.net described these as "unsettlingly ugly," noting they resemble a flash game. It had some flaws, sure, but they aren't too bad considering
The Xbox Live Arcade (XBLA) version of is a direct port of the 1987 arcade original, known for its "arcade-perfect" emulation and a few modern touches that received mixed feedback from critics and players alike. Key Features
It includes configurable controls, achievements, and unlockable arcade flyers and box art. The Good and the Bad
All classic moves like the hair-grab and elbow smash are intact and easy to execute.