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Shovel Knight Fans Will Really Dig Crypt Of The NecroDancer's New Crossover DLCBrace Yourself Games has released a new crossover DLC for Crypt of the NecroDancer, adding Shovel Knight as a playable character. The DLC, available now on the eShop, allows players to use Shovel Knight's signature Shovel Drop move and features original music by Jake Kaufman. This follows a previous crossover where Shovel Knight's music was added to Rift of the NecroDancer.
Dua Lipa Music Pack Dances into PSVR2 Gem Synth RidersThe virtual reality rhythm game Synth Riders has received a new music pack featuring songs by Dua Lipa, including "Don't Start Now" and "Levitating." The pack, available now for PlayStation VR2, adds seven tracks for $11.99. A song pack themed around Crypt of the NecroDancer is also coming to PlayStation VR2 after its release on Nintendo Switch.
Triple-i Initiative Showcase had some really incredible announcements - a roundupThe Triple-i Initiative Showcase featured numerous announcements for indie games, including new reveals, release dates, and DLC. Several titles like Alabaster Dawn, Alkahest, and Away Team were highlighted, with many set to enter Early Access or launch in the coming months. The showcase also included updates for existing games such as Barotrauma and Brotato.
Undertale Music By Toby Fox Is Coming To Rift Of The NecroDancer As DLCToby Fox's music from Undertale is coming to the rhythm game Rift of the NecroDancer as paid DLC. The "Undertale Music Pack" is available now on PC and will be released on Nintendo Switch soon, featuring six new tracks including "Megalovania" and custom visualizers.- A Year Of Unmissable Games At The Triple-i Initiative Showcase - Full Recap BelowThe Triple-i Initiative showcase featured announcements for over 40 games, including new reveals, DLC, and release dates. Many of the showcased titles are available as demos or playtests on Steam until April 16. The event highlighted a diverse range of indie games across various genres.
- Rift of the NecroDancer Shadowdrops Undertale Music Pack with New Rhythm BattlesRift of the NecroDancer has shadowdropped a new Undertale music pack, featuring rhythm battles with tracks from the beloved indie RPG. Developed by Brace Yourself Games and Tic Toc Games, and published by Klei Publishing, the DLC is available now for PC via Steam. The pack integrates Undertale's soundtrack into Rift of the NecroDancer's core rhythm-based combat mechanics.
Expedition 33 Wins Yet Another GOTY--See All The Winners From The 2026 Game Dev AwardsClair Obscur: Expedition 33 was the big winner at the 2026 Game Developers Choice Awards, taking home Game of the Year, Best Visual Art, Best Narrative, Best Audio, and Best Debut. Blue Prince also received multiple awards, including Best Design and Innovation. Don Daglow was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award, and Rebecca Ann Heineman received the Ambassador Award posthumously.
2026 Game Developers Choice Awards winners announcedThe winners for the 2026 Game Developers Choice Awards have been announced. Several titles were recognized across various categories, including Best Audio, Best Debut, Best Design, Innovation Award, Best Narrative, Best Technology, Best Visual Art, Social Impact, and Audience Award. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Blue Prince were among the most nominated games.