Crypt of the NecroDancer

MonsterVineMonsterVine Staff

There are plenty of things to spend your diamonds on in Crypt of the NecroDancer though, so you shouldn’t have any problems finding something you want. There are various merchants in the lobby that you’ll have to find keys to gain access to, including a Dungeon Master that sells permanent upgrades such as heart containers and coin multipliers, and a Beastmaster that allows you to train against those pesky mobs that you just can’t figure out how to beat.

Gaming NexusRussell Archey

9.5/10

Crypt of the Necrodancer is an awesome rhythm game you don't want to pass up if you're into the genre.  It solidly blends dungeon crawling with moving in time to the rhythm and the soundtrack is great.  Putting in your own soundtrack is a huge plus for me as well as I have a lot of classic NES music I can use to match the retro-style look of the game.  If you like rhythm games, definitely pick this one up.

DestructoidPatrick Hancock

9.5/10

Crypt of the NecroDancer accomplishes what few games even attempt to do. It merges together two completely different genres: rhythm and roguelike. The frustrations of both come as part of the package, but some intelligent design decisions help to alleviate the issue. For those looking for the next gaming obsession after the likes of Spelunky, Binding of Isaac, or Rogue Legacy, look no further than Crypt of the NecroDancer.

RPGFanJerry Williams

92/100

Crypt of the NecroDancer is full of heart — perhaps because Cadence’s was stolen. Full of plain old visceral fun with a heavy slice of strategy, few gaming experiences this year are as satisfying as mastering enemy patterns and deftly outmaneuvering intimidating dragons. Music aficionados have more than enough reason to venture down the catacombs because of the soundtrack alone. If this is any indication of future Frankensteinian monsters resulting from the odd marriage of genres, I cannot wait to see what indie developers come up with next.

Nintendo LifeMorgan Sleeper

9/10

A roguelike at heart with a rhythm-game soul, Crypt Of The NecroDancer is a sublime experience that’s a must-play for fans of the genre(s). Its upbeat, uptempo take on dungeon crawling is infectious, and there’s enough content here to last even the savviest of spelunkers for many, many dance-fuelled dives into the depths — if you’ve never tangoed with the NecroDancer, this fully-featured Switch edition is the perfect way to jump in.

Nintendo World ReportDaan Koopman

9/10

At the end of the day, Crypt of the Necrodancer is a trip. You hop on for the ride, enjoy some groovy tunes, and overcome a slew of challenges along the way. Even though every run is different, I always felt I was in control. It’s hard to get on the beat, but once over that initial hump, Crypt of the Necrodancer becomes one of the most intriguing experiences available on the Nintendo Switch eShop. Don't sleep on it.

GamereactorMike Holmes

9/10

Crypt of the Necrodancer wants you to dance your way through some deadly dungeons, but it provides you with such a delicious beat to play to that it's almost impossible not to fall in love with its subtly blended charms. The soundtrack is chirpy, and there's even the option to move to your own beat and swap in your own tunes (at least that's the case in the PC version that we've been playing). It's brutally difficult; that alone will put off those looking for something less punishing. And while there's lore, this isn't a game for those in search of an authored story. However, if you're even mi...

Game SkinnyFord James

9/10

Crypt of the NecroDancer; the dance-based roguelike you never expected to work.

PC GamerChris Thursten

87/100

Grooving all the way to the top of the class.

Video ChumsA.J. Maciejewski

8.3/10

Rogue-likes have been combined with many gameplay styles but this one makes use of rhythm mechanics. Is dancing around a dungeon as exciting as it sounds? Put on a suit of armour with matching dancing shoes and let's find out.

GameSpotBritton Peele

8/10

Boogie knights.

The OuterHavenJason Kwasnicki

Roguelikes are a tricky thing. They ask you to pay close attention to every move, demanding the utmost caution so that one does not find themselves crippled before the journey has really begun. Then, when you have poured all of that sweat into a run, and find yourself having come…