Necropolis (video game)
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| Developer(s) | Harebrained Schemes |
| Publisher(s) | Windows, OS X Harebrained Schemes PlayStation 4, Xbox One Bandai Namco Entertainment |
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| Composer(s) | Jon Everist |
| Engine | Unity[1] |
| Platform(s) | Microsoft Windows, OS X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One |
| Release | Windows, OS X PlayStation 4, Xbox One |
| Genre(s) | Action role-playing |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Necropolis is an action role-playing video game developed by Harebrained Schemes and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment.[2] The game was released for Microsoft Windows and OS X in July 2016, and for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One In October 2016.
Plot
The game's plot involves an archmage named Abraxis as he travels to a secret underground tomb to practice magic far from civilization.[3]
Gameplay
Necropolis is a third person action role-playing game. The game is set in a labyrinth in the netherworld and features moving platforms and hidden treasure. Players are able to alter parts of the world by solving puzzles.[4] Enemies will include dead adventurers. Abraxis's servant, the Brazen Head, assist in shaping the environments, which constantly changes. Combat includes timed attacks and attack patterns. Items such as potion ingredients and books are collectable.[3][5]
Development
The game was featured at PAX 2015, where it was named Destructoid's Editor's Choice winner.[6] It was released for Microsoft Windows and OS X on July 12, 2016,[7] and was released for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on October 4, 2016.[8]
Music
The game's soundtrack was composed by Jon Everist, who had worked with Harebrained Schemes in the past with the Shadowrun series. Hardcore Gamer stated that Everist's score was "incredible", which providing several "haunting, orchestral yet minimalistic themes that perfectly fit the mood without ever overshadowing things".[9]
References
- ^ Machkovech, Sam (June 13, 2016), "Necropolis: The roguelike, co-op Dark Souls clone you never knew you needed", Ars Technica, Condé Nast, retrieved July 27, 2016
- ^ Futter, Mike (January 21, 2016). "Harebrained Schemes' Roguelite Necropolis Arrives In March With Multiplayer In Tow". Game Informer.
- ^ a b "Necropolis" (press kit). Harebrained Schemes. Retrieved March 12, 2015.
- ^ Rosenberg, Adam (March 9, 2015). "Our Six Favorite Games From PAX East 2015". Digital Trends. Retrieved March 12, 2015.
- ^ Devore, Justin (February 27, 2015). "Harebrained Schemes' new adventure has shark men". Destructoid. Retrieved March 12, 2015.
- ^ Detwiller, Dennis (March 8, 2015). "Necropolis is Destructoid's Editor's Choice of PAX East 2015!". LinkedIn.com.
- ^ Livingston, Christopher (June 13, 2016). "Dungeon delving roguelike Necropolis will release on July 12". PC Gamer. Retrieved October 4, 2016.
- ^ "Necropolis released for consoles". New Game Network. October 4, 2016. Retrieved October 4, 2016.
- ^ LeClair, Kyle (July 12, 2016). "Review: Necropolis". Hardcore Gamer. Retrieved September 23, 2016.