Crystal Gaiden Origins is a hardcore 8-bit action platformer inspired by the brutal edge of NES-era classics. Slash through rebels, ex-allies, dark ancient technology, and a crumbling empire in chiptune-fueled missions. Inspired by Ninja Gaiden, Shatterhand, and Castlevania.
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“An 8 bit action game straight from the glorious era of NES”
Mardax Games

“If you’re ready for a tough, old-school ride through a dark sci-fi world, keep this one on your radar.”
GameStick

“Love Letter to NES Action Platformers!”
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About This Game

Crystal Gaiden Origins is a side-scrolling action platformer with a bold 8-bit aesthetic, pulsing chiptunes, and razor-sharp gameplay.

Play as a rogue warrior fighting through burning cities, buried ruins, high-tech research facilities, and an active orbital elevator primed to unleash a doomsday weapon — all in a collapsing sci-fi world.

Tear through rebel strongholds with advanced weaponry, and strike down your former brothers in the imperial army using forbidden powers buried in the past — all while uncovering a conspiracy that threatens the one you love. Trigger a berserk system that boosts your strength at the cost of your own health — every strike a sacrifice to bring her back.

A tribute to the 80s–90s era of NES action platformers — from Ninja Gaiden and Shatterhand to Castlevania and Shadow of the Ninja.

Features:

  • 8-bit graphics

  • Side-scrolling Action Platformer

  • Sharp controls

  • 6 levels

  • 5 Sub Weapons

  • 20+ types of enemies

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS *: Windows 7
    • Processor: Dual Core Processor
    • Memory: 1 GB RAM
    • Graphics: 4G VRAM Dedicated Graphics Card
    • Storage: 170 MB available space
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.

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