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

About This Demo

NOTE: This is the Demo of the full game, it only contains the first few levels.

A side-scrolling action platformer with distinct 8-bit aesthetic and chiptune music featuring a fabled warrior who battles through labyrinthine underground facilities in a dystopian sci-fi world, wielding advanced weaponry against rebellious forces while utilizing a double-edged berserk ability that increases attack power at the cost of self-damage, all in service of uncovering a reality-threatening conspiracy. Inspired by classic games like 80s to 90s NES action platformers like Ninja Gaiden, Shatterhand, Castlevania, and Shadow of the Ninja.

Features included in this Demo:

  • 8-bit graphics

  • Side-scrolling Action Platformer

  • Sharp controls

  • 2 full levels

  • 5 Sub Weapons

  • 6 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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