Double Dragon (Neo Geo)

Double Dragon (Neo Geo) refers to the 1995 arcade game Double Dragon, developed by Technos Japan and published by SNK for the Neo Geo arcade system and home console. This version is a competitive fighting game adaptation of the Double Dragon franchise, diverging significantly from the series' traditional side-scrolling beat 'em up gameplay.

In Double Dragon (Neo Geo), players control one of several characters, including Billy and Jimmy Lee, and engage in one-on-one fighting matches. The gameplay utilizes a four-button control scheme (punch, kick, guard, and evade), and features special moves, super moves, and a desperation attack system typical of many fighting games of the mid-1990s.

The game's plot centers on a new tournament organized by a mysterious benefactor, drawing fighters from around the world to compete for an unknown prize. The roster includes characters from previous Double Dragon games, as well as original characters created specifically for this fighting game adaptation.

While Double Dragon (Neo Geo) retains the Double Dragon name and features recognizable characters, its departure from the established gameplay formula was met with mixed reception. Some appreciated the attempt to reinvent the franchise in the popular fighting game genre, while others criticized it for lacking the cooperative action and familiar gameplay elements that defined the Double Dragon series. The game has seen inclusion in various Neo Geo compilations and re-releases over the years.