Double Dragon Gaiden adds free characters in new DLC

A free DLC pack adds Evil Marian and Super Anubis to the roster for Double Dragon Gaiden Rise of the Dragons.

Double Dragon Gaiden Expands Cast with Free DLC Characters

Secret Base and Maximum Entertainment released a free DLC pack for Double Dragon Gaiden Rise of the Dragons. The update adds Evil Marian and Super Anubis to the roster, joining Jeff and Abore from a previous release. Evil Marian appears as Marian under a dark influence, delivering psychic blasts and telekinesis. Super Anubis levitates and calls on darker forces to change the fight.

The DLC is free for all players. The game is on sale with 65 percent off on Steam and Nintendo Switch, while it remains available on Xbox and PlayStation consoles.

The move strengthens the game's long term appeal by rewarding existing players and inviting newcomers without new price points. It signals publisher confidence in Double Dragon Gaiden as a live service style product rather than a one off release, which can shape community expectations and future content planning.

The characters add new play styles and push players to rethink tactics in the classic brawler. The pattern of free post launch content also reflects a trend in retro revivals where publishers seek ongoing engagement rather than short term sales.

Highlights

The update hints at a longer life for a familiar side scroll brawler.