Double Dragon Revive details series history, composers, and story

Raito, James Landino, Kohta Takahashi, Pejman Roozbeh, and Furani to score.

Publisher Arc System Works and developer Yuke’s have released new information and screenshots for Double Dragon Revive, introducing the series’ history, the new game’s composers, and the story.

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About
The world-famous Double Dragon roars back to life in the modern era!
The Double Dragon series has defined the belt-scroll action genre ever since it hit the arcades in 1987.
Now it returns as Double Dragon Revive, thanks to the passionate support of retro game fans over the years.

Arc System Works’ fighting game development expertise brings you a modern belt-scroll action experience with exhilarating gameplay.
About the Double Dragon Series
Double Dragon is an action game series that first appeared in arcades in 1987.
It established the side-scrolling brawler game genre, where the players control the two main characters, Billy Lee and Jimmy Lee, masters of the Sosetsuken fighting style, and progress through stages while defeating enemies.
The game has gained fans all over the world due to the exciting special moves available in addition to more traditional punch and kick attacks and the ability to pick up and use the weapons of your enemies.
Double Dragon (1987) – Set in 19XX in a post-nuclear war New York ruled by violence… The main characters, brothers Billy Lee and Jimmy Lee, go on a mission to rescue Marian, who has been kidnapped by an organization known as the “Shadow Warriors.”
Double Dragon II: The Revenge (1989) – After years of expanding, the violent organization was dismantled by Billy and Jimmy Lee. However, their nemesis returns and attacks Billy’s girlfriend, Marian. This story of revenge begins as the heroes face the mysterious armed group to avenge comrades and a beloved…
Double Dragon III: The Sacred Stones (1990) – On their way back from their journey to perfect Sosetsuken, the Lee brothers meet a fortune teller named Hiruko. The one who unravels the mysteries of Egypt will become the world’s strongest hero. To do so, he will need three Sacred Stones. However, it is said that no one has ever returned alive in the pursuit of this mystery… Guided by Hiruko, the Lee brothers travel the world to obtain the “Rosetta Stones.”
Super Double Dragon (1992) – This work is based on the first Double Dragon, maintaining the original story. It is a completely new game, with many updated features, including the graphics. This game also allows for two-player cooperative play.
Double Dragon V: The Shadow Falls (1994) – This fighting game is based on the TV animation that aired at the time, featuring a unique setting. The Shadow Warriors are sent to various parts of the city by the Shadow Master, who plans to conquer the world. In order to thwart his ambitions, Billy Lee confronts his brother’s clone sent to the Dragon Dojo.
Double Dragon Advance (2004) – This work released by ATLUS retains the quality of the previous Double Dragon games, with additional improved features such as the graphics, new moves, and new enemy characters.
Double Dragon IV (2017) – A cornerstone title within the side-scrolling action genre roars back to life in the modern era. With a new look and gameplay experience, Double Dragon starts a new page in its history!
Double Dragon Revive (2025) – The monumental side-scrolling action game is reborn for modern times. A new history of Double Dragon begins with renewed looks and a new gaming experience.
Composers
A score penned by amazing creators.
Raito (Website, Twitter, YouTube, Sample) – “Double Dragon came out when I was in elementary school, and it is a profoundly memorable game for me as I was once able to clear it with just one coin. It really is an honor to be involved in the making of this new title’s musical score. Please look forward to hearing it!”
James Landino (Website, Twitter, YouTube, Sample) – “As someone who has both been a fan of the Double Dragon series and Arc System Works projects, I’m beyond excited to be involved on the music for this game! Thank you to the development team for bringing me onboard this exciting soundtrack!”
Kohta Takahashi (Website, Twitter, YouTube, Sample) – “First of all, I want to express all my respect to the music composer of the original game, Kazunaka Yamane! Some songs have a melodic and dramatic development, while others incorporate the stylish groove of the late 80s… We would really like to see if delivering these in a modern sound image will touch the listeners. I hope you all enjoy it!”
Pejman Roozbeh (Funk Fiction) (Website, Twitter, YouTube, Sample) – “Working on Double Dragon Revive has been an awesome experience and an honor. The game’s world and vibrant characters inspired me to write some very dynamic and funky tracks, and I can’t wait for players to experience them!”
Furani (Website, Twitter, YouTube, Sample) – “I cannot believe I got to play a part in making such a cool game! It really, really has been an honor.”
Story
15 years have passed since the end of the nuclear war. The survivors have built colonies in various parts of the devastated world to make their homes. However, over these 15 years, the concept of nations has been lost, and the powerful people who govern the colonies now control politics and make the laws.
This colony established on the coast is one such city, ruled by some of these powerful people: a gang called the Shadow Warriors.
Since their rise to power, the gap between rich and poor in the colony has intensified. People living in the slums struggle to get by, and there are constant rumors of mysterious disappearances.
The Lee brothers, masters of the Sosetsuken, live in a corner of the city with their childhood friend Marian.
The honest younger brother Billy and the free-spirited older brother Jimmy.
When the Sosetsuken dojo they inherit ends up in the way of the city’s evil schemes, the story begins…