While there are some who question the concept of Steam Early Access, it should be noted that there are numerous titles that have benefited from it, including titles that won or were nominated for Game of the Year. As such, it’s not hard to see why teams like Brain Jar Games use it. In fact, not only did this team use it for its rhythm title Dead As Disco, but it’s seen some huge gains from it. It’s had over 500,000 players so far, and it’s rated “Overwhelmingly Positive” on Steam. Now, through Early Access, a new update has arrived that brings a new character to the mix. You can find out more below:

“The Dahlia update adds a full new story level, two new arenas, eight new Challenges, a new enemy type, new abilities, cosmetics, dance moves and more.

Dahlia takes the stage at The Nightshade, a venue equal parts club and botanical gardens. Known as The Lady of Loss, the band’s former pianist and dancer brings a fiery new boss fight, taking Charlie through a multi-stage battle. What begins as a vibrant spectacle filled with blooming greenery gives way to erupting magma and embers as Dahlia reveals her Death Form and creates a haunting world of ash.

Players will also tango with the new Flamecho enemy, which rains fire down before rushing in with an unblockable attack and a counterable follow-up. And if that doesn’t make you feel the heat, the Burn status effect will as it deals damage on the beat. Defeating Dahlia unlocks her Skill Tree for Charlie, including Phantom Dance, an empowered dodge that leaves behind a damaging Pyroette which Charlie can detonate with a follow-up attack.”

That’s not all, though. With Dahlia’s arrival, there is also a new set of music to enjoy. Plus, there are also these updates to enjoy:

• The Nightshade and Obsidian Overture arenas
• 8 new Challenges
• New Dahlia cosmetics and memorabilia for Charlie
• New Dance Moves, including Salsa Fan, Honest Hips and Bad Boy Boogie
• Flamecho, Smoking Stan and Dahlia as enemy options in Infinite Disco
• New Dahlia quests and dialogue in The Encore
• New arena-swap triggers and improvements to Infinite Disco

If you haven’t gotten the game yet, you might as well try it out! The new update is out now, and there’s plenty to enjoy with it. Plus, we’ve covered the game on our YouTube page! Be sure to check that out, too!