History VideoGame / RiftOfTheNecrodancer

Now in the modern world, players once again take up the mantle of Cadence, as she seeks to rescue her friends and close the titular Rifts that are causing chaos. Unlike the previous installments, which blended together the rhythm game genre with {{Roguelite}} dungeon-crawling and turn-based combat, ''Rift'' is predominately a rhythm game that takes inspiration from various titles games in the genre, with the players engaging in everything from bashing enemies to the beat as they ride down a ''VideoGame/GuitarHero''-esque track in Rift Mode to challenging bosses to one-on-one ''VideoGame/PunchOut''-style battles.

Danny Baranowsky and Jules "[=FamilyJules7X=]" Conroy both return as composers, alongside Josie Brechner (''VideoGame/BlossomTalesTheSleepingKing''), Sam Webster and Nick Nausbaum, and Alex Moukala (''VideoGame/StrayGods''). A five song EP of the soundtrack was released via [[https://open.spotify.com/album/2lyxSRwA3ybUU34pPDrecv?si=kwmqEsKfTkOpKPrwzBXBdA&nd=1&dlsi=2e70b975267c4095 Spotify]], [[https://music.apple.com/us/album/rift-of-the-necrodancer-original-game-soundtrack-ep/1704900036 Apple Music]], and [[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUPKuAVC8PO6o2ODFItr4hU8gaf3nojaC YouTube]] on August 29, 2023, several months ahead of the game's release.

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''Rift of the [=NecroDancer=]'' is an upcoming RhythmGame developed by Brace Yourself Games and published by Creator/KleiEntertainment for PC (via Platform/{{Steam}}) and UsefulNotes/NintendoSwitch. ''Rift'' is the third game in the ''[=NecroDancer=]'' series, following ''VideoGame/CryptOfTheNecroDancer'' and ''VideoGame/CadenceOfHyrule''. The game is currently scheduled for a 2024 release.

Danny Baranowsky and Jules "FamilyJules7X" Conroy both return as composers, alongside Josie Brechner (''VideoGame/BlossomTalesTheSleepingKing''), Sam Webster and Nick Nausbaum, and Alex Moukala (''VideoGame/StrayGods''). A five song EP of the soundtrack was released via [[https://open.spotify.com/album/2lyxSRwA3ybUU34pPDrecv?si=kwmqEsKfTkOpKPrwzBXBdA&nd=1&dlsi=2e70b975267c4095 Spotify]], [[https://music.apple.com/us/album/rift-of-the-necrodancer-original-game-soundtrack-ep/1704900036 Apple Music]], and [[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUPKuAVC8PO6o2ODFItr4hU8gaf3nojaC YouTube]] on August 29, 2023, several months ahead of the game's release.

''Rift of the [=NecroDancer=]'' is an upcoming RhythmGame developed by Brace Yourself Games and published by Creator/KleiEntertainment for PC (via Platform/{{Steam}}) and UsefulNotes/NintendoSwitch. ''Rift'' is the third game in the ''[=NecroDancer=]'' series, following ''VideoGame/CryptOfTheNecroDancer'' and ''VideoGame/CadenceOfHyrule''. It is currently scheduled for a 2024 release.

* CostumeEvolution: According to the reveal trailer, the game is set in modern times, and as such all the returning characters are seen with new outfits to match the updated time period.
** Cadence has traded in her old-style full-body suit and apron for a jacket, a belted skirt, and tights.
** Dove now has her hair in a MotherlySidePlait, and her one-piece dress has been traded for a sports bra and yoga pants.
** Nocturna is seen as one of Cadence's friends in the reveal trailer, who has updated to a BadassInANiceSuit.
* GenreShift: As noted in the trailer and press materials, ''Rift'' shifts from being a mixture of {{roguelite}} and rhythm game like ''Crypt'' and ''Cadence of Hyrule'' to instead be a more traditional rhythm game, with its minigames homaging other entries in the genre.

''Rift of the [=NecroDancer=]'' is an upcoming RhythmGame developed by Brace Yourself Games and published by Creator/KleiEntertainment. It is the third game in the ''[=NecroDancer=]'' series, following ''VideoGame/CryptOfTheNecroDancer'' and ''VideoGame/CadenceOfHyrule''. The game is currently in development for the PC (via UsefulNotes/{{Steam}}) and UsefulNotes/NintendoSwitch, and is scheduled for a 2024 release.

* ArtEvolution: While the previous two games made use of pixel art for itself gameplay, both trailers and demo footage showcase that ''Rift'' uses vibrant and cartoony 2D artwork for its gameplay segments.
* CostumeEvolution: According to the reveal trailer, the game is set in modern times, and as such all characters have received corresponding new outfits.
** Cadence now sports an updated style of wear, having traded her old-style full-body suit and apron for a jacket, a belted skirt, and tights.
** Dove is in the reveal trailer, whose hair is now tied up in a MotherlySidePlait and her one-piece dress has been traded for a sports bra and yoga pants.

* GenreShift: ''Rift'' shifts from being a mixture of {{roguelite}} and rhythm game like ''Crypt'' and ''Cadence of Hyrule'' to instead be a more traditional rhythm game.

''Rift of the [=NecroDancer=]'' is an upcoming RhythmGame developed by Brace Yourself Games and published by Creator/KleiEntertainment. It is the third game in the ''Necrodancer'' series, following ''VideoGame/CryptOfTheNecrodancer'' and ''VideoGame/CadenceOfHyrule''. The game is currently in development for the PC (via {{UsefulNotes/Steam}}) and UsefulNotes/NintendoSwitch, and is scheduled for a 2024 release.

''Rift of the [=NecroDancer=]'' is an upcoming RhythmGame from Brace Yourself Games and the third game in the ''Necrodancer'' series, following ''VideoGame/CryptOfTheNecrodancer'' and ''VideoGame/CadenceOfHyrule''. The game is currently in development for the PC (via {{UsefulNotes/Steam}}) and UsefulNotes/NintendoSwitch, and is scheduled for a 2024 release.

''Rift of the [=NecroDancer=]'' is an upcoming RhythmGame from Brace Yourself Games and the third game in the ''Necrodancer'' series, following ''VideoGame/CryptOfTheNecrodancer'' and ''VideoGame/CadenceOfHyrule''. The game is currently in development for the PC (via {{UsefulNotes/Steam}}) and UsefulNotes/NintendoSwitch, and is scheduled for a 2023 release.

* ArtEvolution: Compared to ''Crypt'', the art style of ''Rift'' is much more cartoonish and vibrant.

* GenreShift: From a roguelite/rhythm game hybrid to a pure rhythm game.

Players once again take up the mantle of Cadence in the modern world, as she seeks to rescue her friends and close the titular Rifts that are causing chaos. Unlike the previous installments, which blended together the rhythm game genre with {{Roguelite}} dungeon-crawling and turn-based combat, ''Rift'' is predominately a rhythm game that takes inspiration from various titles games in the genre, with the players engaging in everything from bashing enemies to the beat as they ride down a ''VideoGame/GuitarHero''-esque track in Rift Mode to challenging bosses to one-on-one ''VideoGame/PunchOut''-style battles.

''Rift of the [=NecroDancer=]'' is an upcoming RhythmGame from Brace Yourself Games and the third game in the ''Necrodancer'' series, following ''VideoGame/CryptOfTheNecrodancer'' and ''VideoGame/CadenceOfHyrule''. The game is currently in development for PC via {{UsefulNotes/Steam}}.

The game's reveal trailer can be seen [[https://youtu.be/cV528_7Nx-E here]].

Players once again take up the mantle of Cadence in the modern world, as she seeks to rescue her friends and close the titular Rifts that are causing chaos. Unlike ''Crypt of the [=NecroDancer=]'', which blended together a dungeon-crawling {{Roguelite}} with rhythm game elements, ''Rift'' will feature a variety of rhythm game action sequences, such as bashing enemies to the beat as they ride down a ''VideoGame/GuitarHero''-esque track in Rift Mode or challenging bosses to one-on-one ''VideoGame/PunchOut''-style battles.

* GenreShift: From a roguelite rhythm game hybrid to a pure rhythm game.
* MusicalAssassin: In the boss battle footage in the reveal trailer, Cadence strums an electric guitar to shoot lightning bolts at her foe.

''Rift of the [=NecroDancer=]'' is an upcoming RhythmGame from Brace Yourself Games and a sequel to ''VideoGame/CryptOfTheNecrodancer''. The game is currently in development for PC via {{UsefulNotes/Steam}}.

* MusicalAssassin: In the boss battle footage in the reveal trailer, Cadence strums an electric guitar to shoot lightning bolts at her foe.
* SuddenlyVoiced: In the previous games, characters only had bit-crushed sound bytes for gameplay, but the teaser trailer and PAX gameplay footage reveals that Cadence and other cast members will be properly voiced.

* CostumeEvolution:
** Cadence now looks much younger in design and sports an updated style of wear, having traded her old-style full-body suit and apron for a jacket, belted skirt, and tights.