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Nine Sols

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First release
May 29, 2024
Engine
Unity
Genres
Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Indie, Adventure, Platform · Action, Fantasy, Science fiction
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S

Nine Sols is a hand-drawn 2D action-platformer set in a science fiction world influenced by Asian fantasy and Taoist imagery. The game follows a vengeful protagonist on a quest to defeat the nine Sols, the rulers of a ruined realm once inhabited by an ancient alien civilization. Gameplay focuses on exploration, story progression, and combat built around timed deflection mechanics.

Also known as 九日, きゅうひ, NineSols.exe

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Storyline
In New Kunlun, hero Yi has awakened the 9 rulers of this forsaken realm. To defeat the 9 Sols in the deserted city. “Becomes one with the way of Tao…” New Kunlun, the Solarian’s last sanctuary, has remained quiet for centuries. Inside this vast realm, the ancient gods left mortals with a promised land that is forever protected by the sacred rituals, yet the truth of this world remains unknown to most. Everything changes when Yi, a long forgotten hero from the past, is awoken by a human child. Follow Yi on his vengeful quest against the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm, and obliterate any obstacles blocking your way in Sekiro-lite style combat. Explore in unique “Taopunk” setting that blends cyberpunk elements with Taoism and far eastern mythology. Unravel the mysteries of an ancient alien race and learn about the fate of mankind.Read more

In New Kunlun, hero Yi has awakened the 9 rulers of this forsaken realm. To defeat the 9 Sols in the deserted city. “Becomes one with the way of Tao…” New Kunlun, the Solarian’s last sanctuary, has remained quiet for centuries. Inside this vast realm, the ancient gods left mortals with a promised land that is forever protected by the sacred rituals, yet the truth of this world remains unknown to most. Everything changes when Yi, a long forgotten hero from the past, is awoken by a human child. Follow Yi on his vengeful quest against the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm, and obliterate any obstacles blocking your way in Sekiro-lite style combat. Explore in unique “Taopunk” setting that blends cyberpunk elements with Taoism and far eastern mythology. Unravel the mysteries of an ancient alien race and learn about the fate of mankind.

Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
May 29, 2024
Mac
May 29, 2024
PlayStation 4
Nov 26, 2024
All 7 release dates
Xbox One
Nov 26, 2024
Nintendo Switch
Nov 26, 2024
PlayStation 5
Nov 26, 2024
Xbox Series X|S
Nov 26, 2024
Time to beatIGDB · recorded
Main Story
19h
Main + Extras
26h
Completionist
33h
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Side view
Keywords
2d, metroidvania, hand-drawn, steam achievements, steam cloud
… All 8, steam leaderboards, soulslike, steam families

At a Glance

Critic Score
88
Main Story (IGDB)
19h
Main + Extras (IGDB)
26h
Completionist (IGDB)
33h
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Overview

Steam review summary

Steam users rate this Very Positive, 40,767 reviews in all languages, recorded 16 October 2026

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