A sequel to Messhof's sword-based fighting game Nidhogg has been announced, and will release sometime next year.

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According to the developer, Nidhogg 2 will be available for PC and "maybe some other platforms." Check out the debut trailer below for an early look at the game in action.The sequel boasts a number of improvements over the 2014 original—which won IGN's Game of the Month —including "completely overhauled" character animations and environments, as well as a brand-new soundtrack featuring the works of Mux Mool, Dose One and Daedelus.Nidhogg 2 will include at least ten different levels, as well as both local and online multiplayer, and a tournament mode. A single-player option will also be available, allowing players to face off against waves of AI opponents with special challenge rounds peppered throughout.For our thoughts on Messhof's "exhilarating and exquisitely balanced" original sword-based fighter, check out IGN's Nidhogg review

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