Summary
- Release Year: 1994
- Genres: Fighting, Hack and slash/Beat ’em up
- Platforms: Atari Jaguar, Sega Game Gear, Sega Master System/Mark III, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, Super Nintendo Entertainment System
- Developers: Virgin Interactive Entertainment
- Publishers: Acclaim Entertainment, Playtronic
Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story (1994)
Introduction
Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story is a multiplatform fighting video game based on the 1993 film of the same name, which is a semi-fictionalized account of the life of Bruce Lee. The game was developed by Virgin Interactive and released in 1994 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), Sega Genesis, and Game Gear.
Gameplay
Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story is a one-on-one fighting game in which players control Bruce Lee and fight against a variety of opponents. The game features a variety of martial arts moves, including punches, kicks, throws, and special attacks. Players can also use environmental objects to their advantage, such as chairs and tables.
The game has a variety of modes, including a story mode, a versus mode, and a practice mode. In story mode, players fight their way through a series of opponents, each with their own unique fighting style. In versus mode, players can fight against each other or against the computer. In practice mode, players can practice their moves and combos.
Characters
The playable characters in Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story include:
- Bruce Lee
- Kato
- Han
- Williams
- O’Hara
- Colt
- Roper
- Lee’s Father
Each character has their own unique fighting style and special moves. Bruce Lee is the most well-rounded character, with a variety of powerful attacks and combos. Kato is a fast and agile character, with a variety of quick attacks and evasive moves. Han is a strong and powerful character, with a variety of slow but powerful attacks. Williams is a well-balanced character, with a variety of punches, kicks, and throws. O’Hara is a skilled grappler, with a variety of throws and submission holds. Colt is a fast and powerful character, with a variety of punches and kicks. Roper is a slow but powerful character, with a variety of powerful punches and throws. Lee’s Father is a powerful but slow character, with a variety of powerful punches and kicks.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story are impressive for its time. The characters are well-animated and the backgrounds are detailed and colorful. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, with a variety of catchy and energetic tracks.
Reception
Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its fast-paced and exciting gameplay, its variety of characters and moves, and its impressive graphics and sound. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story is considered to be one of the best fighting games of its era. The game is still enjoyed by fans of Bruce Lee and fighting games today. The game has been ported to a variety of platforms, including the PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Conclusion
Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story is a classic fighting game that is still enjoyed by fans today. The game’s fast-paced and exciting gameplay, variety of characters and moves, and impressive graphics and sound make it a must-play for fans of Bruce Lee and fighting games.
Review Score
7.5/10
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