Play Double Dragon 3 (USA, Europe) Online

Double Dragon 3 came out on the Game Boy in 1992, published by Acclaim Entertainment. It was one of the many side-scrolling beat 'em ups available at the time, but it stood out for bringing the arcade brawler experience onto a handheld. The game follows Billy and Jimmy Lee as they fight through waves of enemies across different countries, trying to rescue a kidnapped woman and recover stolen artifacts.

You control either Billy or Jimmy, moving screen by screen and punching, kicking, and throwing enemies. The main goal is to clear each stage, defeat the boss, and progress through the story. Signature mechanics include picking up weapons like knives and dynamite, as well as earning coins to purchase upgrades between levels. The pacing is brisk, though the difficulty can spike unexpectedly in later stages. It feels satisfying to land combos and clear a crowded screen with a well-timed special move.