The side-scrolling beat ‘em up world of Double Dragon is a familiar one to readers of this site. However, Pixel Starships may be a new discovery for some. This 8-bit style MMORPG has over 10 million players worldwide and is currently hosting a crossover event with Double Dragon.
Launched on 6th October, the collaboration between Double Dragon and Pixel Starships brings together classic action and strategic gameplay. Players can recruit iconic Double Dragon characters like Billy and Jimmy Lee to join their starship crew, each bringing unique abilities inspired by their signature moves. Exclusive challenges and rewards await those who partake in the special Double Dragon missions.
CEO of Savy Soda, Xin Zhao, expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating, “Double Dragon joins Pixel Starships! Unleash epic martial arts power with a full set of exclusive nostalgic crew and challenges inspired by the iconic franchise.”
Pixel Starships is free to play and available on Steam, where it has garnered mostly positive reviews. If you enjoy RetroFaith.net, consider subscribing for extra content and features for just £1 a month, with all funds going towards website upkeep.
Original article by retrofaith.net
