Double Dragon Revive

Yuke's

Rank: #1 / 6
Released: 2025
Studio: Yuke's
Genre: beat 'em up

At a glance

Double Dragon Revive is a horizontal-scrolling beat ’em up developed by Yuke’s. Players move across the screen to fight enemies, with controls and balance refined for a modern take on the genre. The game brings back the Lee brothers’ past foes and presents the characters in modern 3D graphics. It supports single-player as well as multiplayer, including online and shared-screen co-op. Adjustable difficulty and full controller support are listed among its Steam features. The store information lists Japanese and English as supported languages. Deluxe Edition contents include the main game, digital artwork, a digital soundtrack and additional character colors; the artwork and soundtrack are separate applications. The listed pre-order bonus includes Double Dragon Dodge Ball, also a separate application, and the Deluxe Edition bonus of 24 hours of early access. Online play and cross-play with the Epic Games version are available without linking Steam to an Epic account; linking allows invitations to players using that version. Steam lists Windows, while the broader platform facts also name Xbox Series X and Series S.

Who it is for

It suits players interested in side-scrolling beat ’em up action, including groups looking for online or shared-screen co-op. Players choosing the Deluxe Edition may want its extra artwork, soundtrack and character colors.

What is good

Supports online and shared-screen co-op.
Adjustable difficulty is listed.
Full controller support is listed.
Online play and cross-play do not require account linking.

What to know first

Steam platform listing names Windows only.
Digital artwork and soundtrack are separate applications.
Supported languages listed are Japanese and English.

VGSources review

Double Dragon Revive: the full review

Double Dragon Revive pairs horizontal-scrolling fights with single-player and several co-op options. Its store details also specify how Epic cross-play and the Deluxe Edition extras work.

Overview

Double Dragon Revive brings the Lee brothers and the series’ belt-scroll action into modern 3D graphics. Developed by Yuke’s and published by Arc System Works, it is a beat ’em up that continues a series dating back to its 1987 arcade debut. Familiar adversaries return, while the description promises straightforward horizontal progression and controls and balance refined for a modern release.

The game is listed for release on October 22, 2025, and supports Japanese and English. Its Steam feature list includes single-player, multiplayer, co-op, online co-op, and shared or split-screen play. Adjustable difficulty and custom volume controls are also listed, alongside Steam achievements and full controller support.

For more titles from the developer, see Games by Yuke's.

Key features

Modern character presentation: Characters from the series’ arcade era are recreated in 3D, with familiar foes returning to challenge the Lee brothers.
Side-scrolling beat ’em up action: Players move horizontally through the screen to fight enemies, using a genre format designed around simple, intuitive play.
Several ways to play together: The listed options include multiplayer, co-op, online co-op, and shared or split-screen co-op.
Epic Games account linking: The store description says online play and cross-play with the Epic Games version work without linking a Steam account. Linking an Epic Games account enables inviting Epic Games players to a session.
Deluxe Edition extras: The edition includes the main game, digital artworks, digital soundtrack, and additional character colors. The artworks and soundtrack are separate applications from the main game.
Pre-order digital content: The listed pre-order bonus is Double Dragon Dodge Ball, a separate application. The Deluxe Edition also includes 24 hours of early access.

Platforms

The game is listed for Microsoft Windows and Xbox Series X and Series S. The Steam listing specifies Windows. The stated cross-play information concerns the Epic Games version; it does not provide a full platform-by-platform cross-play breakdown.

Who it's for

Double Dragon Revive is aimed at players looking for a classic side-scrolling beat ’em up presentation, with modern 3D character graphics and options for solo or cooperative play. Its listed shared-screen and online co-op modes may also suit groups choosing how to play together. Players interested in adjusting challenge or controller use can look to its adjustable difficulty and full controller support.

It may be a fit for series fans curious to see familiar characters and enemies in a new visual style. Those primarily interested in online sessions should note the specific account-linking distinction: linking an Epic Games account is needed to invite players using the Epic Games version, though the description says online play and cross-play otherwise work without that link.

Pros and cons

Pros	Considerations
Solo, online co-op, and shared or split-screen play are listed.	The available description does not detail the story, stage structure, or roster.
Adjustable difficulty and full controller support are included in the Steam feature list.	Epic Games players can be invited to a session only after linking an Epic Games account.
The Deluxe Edition bundles digital artwork, soundtrack, and extra character colors.	The bonus game, artwork, and soundtrack are separate applications rather than part of the main game application.

Alternatives

Players comparing other action and combat-focused releases can consider Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2, AEW Fight Forever, Earth Defense Force: World Brothers, Earth Defense Force: Iron Rain, and WWE 2K17. These are alternatives to browse rather than direct substitutes for Double Dragon Revive’s belt-scroll format.

Verdict

Double Dragon Revive is a modernized take on a long-running arcade beat ’em up, combining 3D character graphics with horizontal action and a broad set of solo, cooperative, online, and shared-screen options. Its feature list is useful for players choosing between solo and group play, while the Epic account note clarifies how invitations to Epic Games players work. The announced editions also distinguish the main game from its digital extras and separate bonus application. Players seeking more detail about campaign content or the breadth of its modes will need information beyond the description here.