Nine Sols is an upcoming 2D action-platformer developed and published by Red Candle Games. The game is set in an Asian fantasy-inspired, futuristic cyberpunk world. In gameplay, combat emphasizes on the player deflecting attacks from enemies to build up energy to perform special attacks.[1] It features a hand-drawn animation and a storyline for players to experience.[2]
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| Developer(s) | Red Candle Games |
| Publisher(s) | Red Candle Games |
| Engine | Unity |
| Platform(s) | Microsoft Windows macOS |
| Release | May 29, 2024 |
| Genre(s) | Action-platformer |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Premise edit
The story follows legendary hero from the past named Yi who is on a quest for revenge to overthrow the titular nine Sols, the powerful, tyrannical rulers of a deserted realm known as New Kunlun.[3]
Gameplay edit
Nine Sols is a 2D action-platformer where player is in the role of Yi whose overall goal to defeat the nine Sols to get revenge. The focus is on close-range combat mixed with classic side-scrolling platforming and deflection mechanics. Basic attack is slashing with a sword, but can the player can deflect enemy attacks. When deflecting attacks from enemies, Yi while absorbing and accumulating Chi energy to unleash stylish charging attacks on enemies by a technique called "reverse deflect". When reverse deflecting, Yi will dash through his opponents and sticks talismans called "Foo charms" to blow up as they are activating. Deflecting also requires precise reflexes and timing to fill up on Chi. The higher the energy bar the more damage the attacks. In addition, Yi possesses the powerful Godly Bow to mix up in combat situations. In regards to movement, Yi can run, dash, mid-air dash, double jump, wall jump, climb, wall run, and grapple.[4][unreliable source?]
Development edit
Red Candle Games, the Taiwanese company behind Detention and Devotion, led the game's development. The game's combat was heavily inspired by Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. The game is set in a "Taopunk" environments, converging cyberpunk elements with Taoism and features of Eastern mythology.[5]
The game was announced on March 22, 2022.[1] It is set to be released for PC on May 29, 2024.[5]
References edit
- ^ a b Bains, Jai Singh (2022-03-22). "Devotion devs next game Nine Sols has already smashed its crowdfunding goal". Rock, Paper, Shotgun. Retrieved 2022-10-09.
- ^ McWhertor, Michael (2021-12-16). "A Sekiro-inspired 2D platformer is coming from the creators of Devotion". Polygon. Retrieved 2022-10-03.
- ^ Stewart, Marcus (March 29, 2024). "Nine Sols, A Hand-Drawn Action Game By The Makers Of Detention, Arrives In May". Game Informer. Retrieved April 11, 2024.
- ^ Auberon (2022-03-21). "Nine Sols is a 2D High Action Sidescroller Inspired by Sekiro and Hollow Knight". Fextralife. Retrieved 2023-01-03.
- ^ a b Romano, Sal (March 28, 2024). "Nine Sols for PC launches May 29". Gematsu. Retrieved April 11, 2024.