Nine Sols

"A masterful metroidvania that builds on Sekiro-style combat and tells a great sci-fi story too. Unmissable."

"Nine Sols as a whole was such a delightful experience that it is quickly moving up my Game of the Year list as I take further reflection on my time with it. I, of course, would have preferred a waypoint …"

"Nine Sols raises the bar and sets a new standard for Indie games. It&s;s engaging and full of emotion and tells a deep and meaningful story through its stunning art design, once again proving that big ideas are better than …"

"Nine Sols is an almost perfectly executed game. The story and its narrative may be a bit lacking in places, but that&s;s made up for by the absolutely brilliant combat system, map design and stunning visuals and soundtrack. If you …"

"A fantastic metroidvania offering one of the genre&s;s most interesting combat systems and surprisingly human characters set in a brutal world."

"Nine Sols is a Metroidvania that does what many have failed to do within the genre and actually creates an experience that feels like an authentic, grueling, atmospheric and unique 2D Souls game. Artistically, it&s;s hard to find any fault …"

"Among the many controversies raised by fans regarding The Game Awards, the absence of Nine Sols in any category is undoubtedly the one that should spark the most outrage. An excellent metroidvania that deserves a place of prominence, a recognition …"

"Nine Sols isn’t just one of my favorite games of 2024—it has secured a spot in my all-time top ten. As a fan of both Metroidvanias and Soulslikes, I’ve played countless entries in these genres, but few have captured my …"

"Nine Sols mixes platform and metroidvania elements with a Sekiro-lite combat system. The result is a game that does many things well without excelling at anything."

"Combat and progression are the best parts of Nine Sols, and they manage to rub away the blemishes occasionally found in the game&s;s map design and exploration. It&s;s a really great blend of systems from other games with a fantastic …"

"With an incredible narrative, complex and charming characters, and a unique and well constructed aesthetic that&s;s as captivating as them, I ended up a fan of this universe."

"Nine Sols is a masterfully crafted 2D Sekiro-like Metroidvania that explores a lore-rich Taoism fantasy setting through science fiction elements."

"Nine Sols is an enthralling combat gauntlet with death-defying moves and sleek systems for a rapturous experience, let down only slightly by its somewhat lacklustre pacing and focus, and tired fat-shaming quips."

"In a year with great metroidvanias appears this Nine Sols to stand out with a demanding combat based on our skills as a player, it does not come with stories of farmeo to increase health or damage. You either get …"

"Nine Sols will test you, but the atmosphere is stunning, the combat is thrilling, and the story is a fascinating mix of mysticism and sci-fi — so you&s;ll meet the challenge happily. This is the best Metroidvania out there right …"

"Nine Sols is a well-made game with great platforming, excellent combat, and a strong visual style. While I have quibbles about some elements, it nails the fundamentals. The moment-to-moment gameplay is simply fantastic, it looks great, and weaves its cutscenes …"

"Red Candle Games makes a comeback with an unusual entry in its repertoire, stepping away from the horror genre in favor of a metroidvania enriched with a world steeped in mythology and mechanically complex enough to satisfy those seeking a …"

"Nine Sols is a unique Metroidvania that combines challenging combat, exploration, and a story about revenge and redemption. The hand-drawn visuals and mix of Taoist and cyberpunk elements create an engaging world. While the story can be hard to follow …"

"At its best, it’s the kind of action adventure game that you can point to as a high point of the genre. The kind of game that in the future others will use as an influence for their own projects. …"

"Whether you’re a fan of Metroidvania games, Soulslike combat, or gripping stories, Nine Sols offers something for everyone. With its stunning world, unforgettable characters, and masterful storytelling, this is a game I highly recommend you don’t glance over."

"Arriving at the conclusion of the experience Nine Sols offers, what lingers most powerfully is not simply the sensation of having played an excellent metroidvania or a particularly refined action-platformer, but of having traversed a work built with creative awareness …"

"In a genre as crowded as the metroidvanias, Nine Sols shines with rewarding combat mechanics, challenging battles, and a gripping story that unites concepts of religion and science to create a unique setting."

"Nine Sols offers a polished action experience at its best, but at times clouded by overly long and tedious fights. Combat that feels like an endurance test, but with mechanics so precise that it&s;s a joy to get smacked by …"

"Nine Sols is a game that deserves our attention, regardless of whether we already enjoy the genres that make it up or not. Everything was done with so much care, and skill I must say, that the title easily manages …"

"A new leading exponent of metroidvanias and the indie scene, RedCandleGames&s; latest work fully convinces with its high but still challenging difficulty, engaging narrative and attention to detail by a mature team that seems capable of telling all kinds of …"

"Despite a few minor issues, Nine Sols has a compelling, addictive and highly explorable world, and a slick, responsive combat system."

"This atmospheric Metroidvania is mechanically, emotionally, and philosophically electrifying."

"From the moment you take control of the feline protagonist Yi, you can feel the polish in its deep combat system, beautifully designed environments and expertly crafted storytelling."

"Nine Sols is one of the best indie games of 2024! The title excellently blends mechanics from Hollow Knight and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. Warning! It&s;s very demanding, so expect sweat and tears..."

"Whether you seek an addictive platformer, a substantial action experience with incredible presentation, or a new challenge, Nine Sols offers all this and more."

"Nine Sols masterfully combines 2D action with Souls-like mechanics, paying tribute to games like Hollow Knight and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. The unique "Taopunk" setting creates a fresh and original world, while the bosses serve as standout moments, enhancing the …"

"Brutal in both its narrative and combat, Nine Sols stands out for its aesthetic richness and for allowing harmony between game and player by allowing for meticulous difficulty adjustments, establishing a flexible experience that can be memorable depending on each …"

"Nine Sols is an experience that shines with narrative depth, top-tier art direction, and above all, damned satisfying and varied gameplay. Every aspect of the game seems to reflect the eternal dance between opposites that characterizes Taoism: light and shadow, …"

"In any other universe, I would balk at Nine Sols’ difficulty. Yet, I gave it a chance, and it more than rewarded me for giving it a moment of my time. Over 20 hours later, I came out of it …"

"Nine Sols gives you everything you want from metroidvania, with excellence and style."