Marvel Cosmic Invasion DLC Adds Cyclops and The Thing

The first downloadable content expansion for the side-scrolling beat-'em-up Marvel Cosmic Invasion has been released, adding two new playable characters, Cyclops and The Thing, to the game's roster. The DLC, priced at $3.99, became available immediately for all platforms, including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch systems.

Developed by Tribute Games and published by Dotemu, Marvel Cosmic Invasion launched in December 2025 and has since attracted 1.5 million players. The game is a retro-inspired brawler where players control a team of two Marvel heroes, using a tag-team system to battle the forces of Annihilus across the galaxy.

The new characters bring distinct combat styles. The Thing is described as a grappling-focused powerhouse with surprising mobility, able to bounce across environments. Cyclops, a character frequently requested by fans, utilizes his optic blasts for ranged combat, with attacks that can be fired diagonally to counter aerial enemies. Both characters feature unique move sets and detailed animations, and are voiced by actors Ray Chase and Dave Boat, respectively.

Alongside this release, the developers announced a second DLC pack scheduled for fall...