About Nine Sols
Nine Sols is a hand-drawn action platformer inspired by Sekiro's parry-based combat, released in 2024 to critical acclaim. You play Yi, a hero reborn in a dystopian fantasy world ruled by nine tyrants called the Sols, and your quest is to defeat each one to save the realm. The combat revolves around perfectly timed parries: deflecting enemy attacks builds focus for powerful special moves, and mastering the timing is the key to every boss fight. The game blends Metroidvania exploration with a skill tree and a story steeped in Chinese mythology and cyberpunk themes, told through gorgeous hand-painted 2D art. It is challenging but fair, with adjustable difficulty options, and its boss fights are widely praised as some of the best in the genre. For fans of Sekiro, Hollow Knight, and stylish action games, it is an easy recommendation.
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Nine Sols FAQ
Is Nine Sols free?
No — it is a paid indie game available on Steam, with console ports.
Is Nine Sols like Sekiro?
Yes — it borrows the parry-focused combat philosophy, but in a 2D hand-drawn Metroidvania format.
Is Nine Sols very difficult?
It is challenging, but it includes adjustable difficulty options and checkpoints that make it more accessible than Sekiro.
How long is Nine Sols?
A full playthrough takes about 20 to 30 hours, depending on exploration.
What platforms is Nine Sols on?
It is available on PC via Steam, and on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox.