Those that have been used to the flow of double retro releases over the past few weeks, Nintendo is flipping the script on you today by releasing but a single new title. Side-scrolling arcade beat 'em ups are making a strong return to the Virtual Console with the release of the 1987 NES classic, Double Dragon.

Set in a post-apocalyptic New York, Double Dragon is the story of Billy and Jimmy Lee, twin brothers trained in the fighting style of Sou-Setsu-Ken. Together, they manage a small martial arts training school, teaching their students in self-defence. One day, Billy’s girlfriend, Marian, is kidnapped off the street by the “Black Warriors”, a savage street gang led by a man named Willy. The Black Warriors demand the Lee brothers disclose their martial arts secrets in exchange for Marian’s freedom. The Lee brothers set out on a rescue mission to crush the Black Warriors and save Marian.

Using whatever techniques they have at their disposal, from the basic punches and kicks to the invulnerable elbow strike, as well any weapon that comes into their hands, the Lee brothers must pursue the gang through the city slum, industrial area and the forest before reaching their hideout to confront the big boss, Willy.

In addition to the quite legendary single player game, Double Dragon also has a fun-filled versus mode where you and  friend can go at it, throwing punches to your heart's content. Double Dragon will be available at 9 AM PST on the Wii Shop for 500 Wii Points.

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