Building on the soundtrack's strength is the engaging Zelda-influenced gameplay. It's still possible to be surrounded by lots of creatures onscreen, especially if you fall off the rhythm, but the tunes are so hummable (and so well known) that it's easy to get your bearings back. Much of this is due to the music from the Zelda franchise, which helps you fall naturally into time with the step of each song. In fact, it works so well together, it's surprising that it hasn't been done before. The result is a game that's easy to pick up and incredibly hard to put down. The cleverness of Cadence of Hyrule takes the focus of moving on the beat to remixed songs through randomized dungeons and melds it with the lore and gameplay of the beloved Legend of Zelda games. This mashup of an indie rhythm adventure and a globally popular action franchise is a surefire hit for all gamers. Can you help free Hyrule from Octavo's clutches? Show more Even trickier, players will have to time their movement and attacks to the beat of the game's soundtrack to be successful. Items wear out with consistent use, so you'll need to always acquire new materials to be ready for combat. On their travels, they'll acquire gear, items, and weapons that can be used against the monsters of the land. Players will take on the role of Link or Zelda (or both, in a two-player co-op game) and will explore a randomly generated world. Seeking a new champion, the Triforce opens a portal to the world of the Necrodancer and grabs Cadence, the heroine of that title, tasking her with waking Hyrule's champions and defeating Octavo.

The story takes place as Octavo, a mysterious villain with a golden lute, casts a musical spell that puts Link, Zelda, and the King of Hyrule into a deep sleep.

CADENCE OF HYRULE: CRYPT OF THE NECRODANCER FEATURING THE LEGEND OF ZELDA is an action adventure game that merges elements of Crypt of the Necrodancer and The Legend of Zelda franchise.

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