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Update [Sun 28th Sep 2025, 9am]: Ahead of the release of Double Dragon Revive on the Switch and multiple other platforms next month, Arc System Works has aired a new trailer at the Tokyo Game Show this week. You can check it out above.
“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!”
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Last year, Arc System Works lifted the lid on Double Dragon Revive, but one thing missing at the time was a Nintendo version.
Now, during the company’s latest showcase this week, a Switch version has been confirmed for release alongside other versions of the game on 23rd October 2025.
This new entry will “revive” this classic beat ’em up series in a new form tailored to modern playstyles. It will also be leveraging Arc System Works’ fighting game development experience to deliver a modern beat ’em up “that pursues an exhilarating gameplay feel”.
Development producer Tatsunori Ishikawa says the team is pouring its “full effort into development” to ensure the latest entry in this 38-year-old series is released in fighting form.
Additionally, it’s been confirmed if you pre-order the game, you’ll receive the exclusive classic Double Dragon Dodgeball. Pre-orders are also available for this upcoming release in physical and digital form.
Here’s some additional PR from Arc System Works official game page:
“Double Dragon Revive – The Fusion of belt-scroll action and fighting games expertise”
“In Double Dragon Revive, players will find modern belt-scroll action and exhilarating gameplay. Both longtime fans and newcomers to the series will once again be able to experience the action-packed thrills of the Lee Brothers as they face off the powerful foes of their city!
“Players will find the beloved characters from the golden age of arcades recreated in modern 3D graphics with a unique style! Powerful foes from their past return to face off against the Lee brothers. Double Dragon Revive will feature familiar boss characters from earlier entries along with new bosses. Face the intimidating Shadow Warriors all in this brand new style!”
Image: Arc System Works
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