Nine Sols

Nine Sols is a richly crafted 2D action-platformer that blends hand-drawn anime-style visuals with fast-paced, Sekiro-inspired combat focused on precise deflections and strategic attacks. Set in the mysterious realm of New Kunlun, players follow Yi, a vengeful hero awakened from the past, as he confronts the nine powerful Sols—ancient rulers who once governed this forsaken land. The game’s setting combines a unique “Taopunk” aesthetic, merging cyberpunk elements with Taoist philosophy and Far Eastern mythology, creating an atmospheric world that feels both futuristic and steeped in ancient mysticism. As you explore interconnected regions of New Kunlun, you’ll uncover secrets about an ancient alien race and piece together the story behind Yi’s relentless quest for revenge. Gameplay in Nine Sols emphasizes skillful combat and exploration, with fast, brutal encounters against formidable bosses and grotesque creatures that require patience and mastery of Yi’s diverse moveset. Players can slash, deflect, and unleash powerful Taoist talismans, while also utilizing a godly bow to overcome larger-than-life foes. Along the way, interacting with inhabitants of New Kunlun provides opportunities to gain upgrades, new abilities, and access to advanced technology that enhance progression. Developed by Red Candle Games, known for their award-winning narrative-driven titles, Nine Sols represents the studio’s most ambitious project to date, delivering a seamless fusion of stylized action and a deeply immersive, lore-rich world.