Billy Lee
One of the two Lee brothers and a playable martial artist.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick | Move the character The arcade joystick supports directional movement. |
|---|---|
A | Punch |
B | Jump |
A+B | Perform the spinning special attack Requires pressing the punch and jump buttons together. |
Control notes
Arcade control-panel labels may vary by cabinet, but the game uses a joystick and two action buttons.
Weapon and throw actions depend on the character's position and the nearby enemy or object.
How it plays
How does Double Dragon 3: The Rosetta Stone play?
Players guide Billy or Jimmy through side-scrolling stages viewed from a horizontal perspective. The objective is to defeat successive groups of enemies, move through hazards, and clear each area before confronting a stage boss.
The arcade version supports one or two players. Players attack, jump, grab opponents, throw enemies or weapons, and use weapons such as clubs and knives when available. Progress follows a fixed international stage route, with new allied fighters becoming available during the journey.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Double Dragon 3: The Rosetta Stone?
Learn enemy attack timing instead of advancing continuously; groups can surround the player quickly.
- Conserve weapons for dense enemy groups or bosses.
- Use throws to interrupt enemies and create space.
- In two-player mode, avoid attacking from opposite sides of the same enemy, which can make positioning unsafe.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Jimmy Lee
Billy's brother and the second standard playable character.
Roney
A powerful ally who can join the brothers during the adventure.
Chin Seimei
A martial-arts master who becomes an available ally.
Yagyu Ranzou
A ninja ally with a distinct fighting style.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
The jump-kick and grab attacks are useful for controlling crowds, but careless jumps can leave the player exposed.
- 2
Try the alternate allied fighters when available; their reach and attack patterns differ from Billy and Jimmy.
- 3
The game is substantially easier when both players coordinate attacks and avoid stealing each other's spacing.
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