The latest trailer for Double Dragon Revive revealed that Marian and Yagyu Ranzo will be playable characters in the final game. This is alongside the series’ usual duo of Billy and Jimmy Lee.
Here’s the new trailer, which highlights how both characters will work:
Marian was originally a damsel in distress character in the original Double Dragon, and had to be rescued by the Lee brothers. However, more recent games have pushed her into a more active role, with this being her second time in the series as a playable character after Double Dragon Gaiden. She was also playable in River City Girls 2. Marian’s Double Dragon Revive moveset is full of fast kick moves, including a dive kick from midair and a rising kick that launches enemies.
Yagyu Ranzo is a ninja character who joined the Lee brothers in home versions of Double Dragon III after he is defeated as a boss. Since then, he also appeared as a playable character in Double Dragon IV and Double Dragon Gaiden. As a ninja, his Double Dragon Revive move set features heavy use of his sword. Speed and evasion look like key components of his playstyle, as a few teleportation moves are shown off in the trailer. He can also make use of fire breath and lightning magic.
Double Dragon Revive is the latest game in the long-running side-scrolling brawler series. While the latest entry will feature the same style of gameplay as past games, it now features full 3D visuals. Double Dragon Revive is currently confirmed to have two-player co-op, although it’s unknown if the reveal of Marian and Yagyu means that more players can join. It’s being developed by Yuke’s, best known for their wrestling games, and published by Arc System Works.
Double Dragon Revive is set to release in 2025 for PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
Published: Oct 23, 2024 12:30 pm