'Return of Double Dragon' Will Finally See a Release Outside of Japan
Justin Lam — June 1, 2018 — Tech
References: bleedingcool & engadget
In light of the recent success of revamped retro consoles, Arc System Works has decided to release 'Return of Double Dragon' which had previously never seen a release outside of Japan. The game was first released in 1992 but has been out of print for years. Arc System Works, which acquired the Double Dragon license in 2015, first released a digital copy of the game in 2015 but this new relaunch will give collectors the chance to get their hands on a physical copy of the Japan-only game.
The re-released Return of Double Dragon cartridge is currently up for pre-order on Amazon. Early adopters will not only receive a first print run of the game but will also receive a limited-edition red cartridge as well. The game will run on any old-school SNES system or any retro console system that can play SNES games.
Image Credit: Arc System Works
The re-released Return of Double Dragon cartridge is currently up for pre-order on Amazon. Early adopters will not only receive a first print run of the game but will also receive a limited-edition red cartridge as well. The game will run on any old-school SNES system or any retro console system that can play SNES games.
Image Credit: Arc System Works
Trend Themes
1. Revamped Retro Consoles - Opportunity for companies to reissue and release iconic videogames that were previously unavailable outside of certain markets.
2. Limited-edition Collectibles - Creating exclusive physical copies of Japan-only games can appeal to collectors and create buzz around re-released titles.
3. Cross-compatible Gaming - Developing games that can run on old-school systems as well as retro console systems opens up a wider market for reissued retro videogames.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - Companies in the gaming industry can leverage the success of revamped retro consoles to reissue and release iconic videogames that were previously unavailable outside specific regions.
2. Collectibles - The collectibles industry can tap into the demand for limited-edition physical copies of Japan-only games, catering to collectors and enthusiasts.
3. Retro Console Manufacturing - Manufacturers of retro console systems have the opportunity to expand their market by developing consoles that can run old-school games, offering compatibility with reissued retro videogames.
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