03-21-2019, 11:43 AM
Switch Gets Zelda-Themed Crypt Of The NecroDancer Crossover In Spring
<p>Nintendo's "Nindies" showcase ended with a surprise crossover. The rhythm game <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/crypt-of-the-necrodancer/">Crypt of the NecroDancer</a> is getting a new spin-off featuring characters and enemies from The Legend of Zelda called <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/cadence-of-hyrule/">Cadence of Hyrule</a>. It's launching on Nintendo Switch this spring.</p><p>The game is being developed by Brace Yourself games, the studio behind the original Crypt of the NecroDancer. The art style has been revised heavily, appearing similar to games like <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/the-legend-of-zelda-the-minish-cap/">The Legend of Zelda: Minish Cap</a>, and it features both Link and Zelda has playable characters. Link can be seen doing his signature spin attack, while Zelda wields magical attacks.</p><div data-embed-type="video" data-ref-id="2300-6448839" data-src="/videos/cadence-of-hyrule-crypt-of-the-necrodancer-featuri/2300-6448839/" data-width="100%" data-height="100%"><iframe src="/videos/embed/6448839/" width="100%" height="100%" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen></iframe></div><p>Crypt of the NecroDancer was a rhythm-based roguelike released in 2015, and received a positive reception for its clever twist of a genre mash-up. The original game is available for $20 on the Nintendo Switch through the Eshop.</p><p dir="ltr">"Regardless of your musical tastes, Crypt of the NecroDancer takes a proven but basic recipe and improves it with a seemingly simple twist," wrote Britton Peele in <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/crypt-of-the-necrodancer-review/1900-6416119/">GameSpot</a>'s review. "It would have been a fine roguelike game without its musical side, but the rhythm mechanic makes it a truly special experience."</p><p dir="ltr">For more on all of the indie games announced during today's Nindies showcase, check out our <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-direct-spring-nindies-showcase-all-switch/1100-6465723/">wrap-up</a>.</p>
<p>Nintendo's "Nindies" showcase ended with a surprise crossover. The rhythm game <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/crypt-of-the-necrodancer/">Crypt of the NecroDancer</a> is getting a new spin-off featuring characters and enemies from The Legend of Zelda called <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/cadence-of-hyrule/">Cadence of Hyrule</a>. It's launching on Nintendo Switch this spring.</p><p>The game is being developed by Brace Yourself games, the studio behind the original Crypt of the NecroDancer. The art style has been revised heavily, appearing similar to games like <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/the-legend-of-zelda-the-minish-cap/">The Legend of Zelda: Minish Cap</a>, and it features both Link and Zelda has playable characters. Link can be seen doing his signature spin attack, while Zelda wields magical attacks.</p><div data-embed-type="video" data-ref-id="2300-6448839" data-src="/videos/cadence-of-hyrule-crypt-of-the-necrodancer-featuri/2300-6448839/" data-width="100%" data-height="100%"><iframe src="/videos/embed/6448839/" width="100%" height="100%" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen></iframe></div><p>Crypt of the NecroDancer was a rhythm-based roguelike released in 2015, and received a positive reception for its clever twist of a genre mash-up. The original game is available for $20 on the Nintendo Switch through the Eshop.</p><p dir="ltr">"Regardless of your musical tastes, Crypt of the NecroDancer takes a proven but basic recipe and improves it with a seemingly simple twist," wrote Britton Peele in <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/crypt-of-the-necrodancer-review/1900-6416119/">GameSpot</a>'s review. "It would have been a fine roguelike game without its musical side, but the rhythm mechanic makes it a truly special experience."</p><p dir="ltr">For more on all of the indie games announced during today's Nindies showcase, check out our <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-direct-spring-nindies-showcase-all-switch/1100-6465723/">wrap-up</a>.</p>