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Nine Sols
Action
Adventure
Indie
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Cloud
Steam Leaderboards
Family Sharing

Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

Developers: RedCandleGames
Publishers: RedCandleGames
Release Date: May 28, 2024
Price (USD): $19.49
Current Players: 954

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Overwhelmingly Positive(96%)
The general sentiment of the reviews is overwhelmingly positive, with players praising the combat mechanics, art style, and storytelling. Many find the game challenging, especially the difficulty spikes, but the satisfying gameplay loop keeps players engaged. The game’s linear progression and narrative focus are seen as both strengths and limitations, depending on the player's preference. Overall, Nine Sols is praised as a standout game in its genre, with unique stylistic choices that set it apart.

Positive Points

  • The game has highly praised combat mechanics that are reminiscent of Sekiro, emphasizing parrying and timing, leading to a satisfying and rewarding experience.
  • Art style and visual presentation are consistently appreciated, often described as beautiful, with a unique blend of traditional and cyberpunk elements that enhance the game’s world-building.
  • The game's story and character development are well-received, with many players finding it emotionally engaging and praising its narrative depth.
  • Boss designs and fights are frequently highlighted as a strong point of the game, with particular emphasis on their creativity and challenge, contributing to a sense of achievement upon mastering them.

    • Negative Points

  • Some players feel that the difficulty spikes, particularly the final boss, are too extreme, creating a barrier to completion without using the story mode adjustments.
  • The game’s exploration elements and navigation have been critiqued for being less engaging compared to other metroidvanias like Hollow Knight, with backtracking being a noted frustration.
  • A few players mention issues with enemy hitboxes being unclear or inconsistent, leading to frustrating and unfair combat situations.
  • Unskippable dialogues and cutscenes sometimes detract from the pacing, making replayability less enjoyable.

    • Mixed Points

  • The linear narrative and progression are viewed positively for their focus and clarity, but some players wish for more non-linear exploration typical of the metroidvania genre.
  • The parry-focused combat system, while mostly praised, is a potential barrier for players who are less inclined towards high-timing-based combat systems.

    • Common Themes

  • Comparison to both Sekiro and Hollow Knight is frequent, with most noting that the game effectively combines elements from both but stands out with its own unique style and gameplay.
  • The emotional impact of the story is a recurring theme, with many players expressing that it left a lasting impression.
  • High difficulty and the satisfaction of overcoming tough challenges are key aspects many players enjoy, often noting that perseverance is rewarding.
    • Updated 5/6/2025, 12:01:23 AM UTC
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