This Sekiro-Inspired 2D Metroidvania Has Been Now Rated For Consoles

This Sekiro-Inspired 2D Metroidvania Has Been Now Rated For Consoles

As a seasoned gamer with over two decades under my belt, I’ve seen the evolution of gaming from the days of pixelated sprites to the immersive worlds we now explore. The news about Nine Sols, a game that beautifully blends elements from Sekiro and Metroidvania, being rated for all consoles has me genuinely excited!


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  • The Sekiro-inspired 2D metroidvania, Nine Sols, has been rated for all consoles in Taiwan.
  • The launch dates are yet to be approved, but it may drop on consoles sometime in the future.
  • Nine Sols originally came out on May 29, 2023, for PC and macOS and was quite well-received.

According to a tweet from Gematsu, the action platformer Nine Sols, which has left a lasting impact on PC users since last year, has now received ratings across all consoles. The rating was given by the Taiwan Entertainment Software Rating Information Board for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S platforms. The game carries a PG-15 rating due to “violence, horror, tobacco use, and alcohol references,” among other mature themes within its gameplay.

This Sekiro-Inspired 2D Metroidvania Has Been Now Rated For Consoles

RedCandleGames might need some time before their game appears on other platforms, as the release dates are still pending approval during the rating process.

This Sekiro-Inspired 2D Metroidvania Has Been Now Rated For Consoles

Nine Sols Combines The Best Elements Of Metroidvania And Souls-Like

1. Engaging in combat with the capacity to dash and counterattack while dodging enemy assaults turns the experience into an exceptionally enjoyable adventure. The backstory, exploration, and all other components harmoniously contribute to forming a distinctive and entertaining platformer. Furthermore, the boss battles offer an experience that is nearly identical to Souls-like encounters, which is remarkable for a 2D game. Consequently, many gamers who were initially uninterested in the metroidvania genre have grown fond of it due to Nine Sols.

Journey alongside Yi as he embarks on a revenge-fueled mission against the powerful 9 Sols, rulers of this desolate land, and vanquish any hindrances in your path using combat reminiscent of the Sekiro series. Delve into an exclusive ‘Taopunk’ universe that seamlessly combines cyberpunk aesthetics with Taoism and Oriental mythology. Solve the enigmas surrounding an ancient extraterrestrial civilization and discover humanity’s destiny.

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Initially launched on May 29, 2023, Nine Sols debuted on PC and macOS platforms. The game was praised for its groundbreaking 2D combat mechanics and Souls-like adversary system. Therefore, making it available on consoles could significantly increase sales to unprecedented levels.

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2024-08-07 15:12