Maximum Entertainment and Secret Base announced that beat ’em up Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons’ roster is getting expanded. Two brand-new playable characters will be included in a free DLC pack set to release in April. This will mark the first of many planned character updates, with an additional six new fighters to be added later in the year.

What Characters Are Joining Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons?

Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons will be getting Jeff, a childhood rival of the Lee brothers, and Abore, a massive ex-soldier with a stoic demeanor. 

Here is an overview of both new characters via Secret Base:

JEFF

Jeff trained alongside them in the martial art Sōsetsuken. But as his skills lagged behind, jealousy grew. Determined to surpass Billy and Jimmy, Jeff abandoned his noble path and embraced the streets, merging Karate with Sōsetsuken to develop a dangerous, unpredictable fighting style.
 

ABORE

Abore fights with raw power and unwavering calm. His incredible strength and resilience have led some to wonder: is he a man, or something more? The quiet brawler offers no answers, only crushing blows.

Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons is a side-scrolling action brawler that brings the iconic Billy and Jimmy Lee back into action, joined by new allies to combat the criminal underworld of New York City. Players can unleash powerful combos and special moves while battling through the city, featuring unique playable characters and unlockable upgrades. In an exciting twist on the classic formula, players can choose up to two characters to create a tag team for cooperative play.

Players can enjoy the newest DLC of Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons on PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series, Xbox One, PS4, and PS5.