Double Dragon Gaiden adds two free characters

A free DLC for Double Dragon Gaiden adds Evil Marian and Super Anubis as playable characters, expanding the roster.

Double Dragon Gaiden Expands Roster with Evil Marian and Super Anubis

Secret Base and Maximum Entertainment released a free DLC for Double Dragon Gaiden Rise of the Dragons, adding Evil Marian and Super Anubis as playable characters. Evil Marian appears as an empowered version of Billys girlfriend and uses psychic blasts and telekinesis, while Super Anubis returns as a levitating villain who can summon dark forces. The update expands the roster and supports the games signature two character tag team in co op play, available now. This is the second character pack since the game launched, following the April 2025 release of Jeff and Abore, and it continues the push to keep the game fresh without a price tag.

The release highlights a pattern of ongoing free content that aims to extend the games lifespan and deepen player engagement. By keeping new fighters accessible at no cost, Secret Base and Maximum Entertainment signal confidence in the games enduring appeal and in players willingness to revisit classic beat em up action on modern platforms.

Free DLCs can be a powerful tool to sustain interest in niche titles and to attract newcomers who might otherwise move on. Expanding the roster with recognizable villains in playable form can refresh combat dynamics and invite new team combinations in co op mode. At the same time, balance and clarity are tested as more characters enter the field, and the portrayal of Marian as a controlled force raises questions about narrative consistency for long running fans. If this approach continues, the game could build a loyal, replay hungry community; if not, the novelty may wear thin quickly.

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Fans can expect more surprises as the roster grows