Nine Sols

About

Nine Sols drops you into a hand-drawn world where you control Yi, a hero waking up in a city ruled by nine powerful entities. The game blends side-scrolling platforming with tight combat that relies heavily on parrying enemy attacks rather than blocking. You move through New Kunlun to face these rulers while uncovering the history of an ancient alien civilization. The setting mixes cyberpunk tech with Taoist philosophy, creating a distinct visual style for this action adventure. Combat requires precise timing as you deflect strikes to break enemy guards and deal damage. The game has built a strong following since its 2024 release across multiple platforms including PC and consoles. Players often praise the deflection system for feeling responsive and challenging compared to other titles in the genre. Community feedback highlights the art direction as a standout feature that makes every scene pop. Reviews note how the story unfolds naturally through exploration without heavy exposition dumps. This title stands out among indie action games for its specific focus on rhythm-based fighting within a rich lore environment.

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.