Hand-Drawn Platformer Nine Sols Available on Xbox Game Pass Today

Get ready to explore some fresh achievements as Nine Sols, the captivating 2D action-platformer, lands on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC today. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC subscribers can now get their hands on this exciting title, as it enters the Game Pass library, making its exit from our anticipated games list.

In Nine Sols, created by the talented folks at Red Candle Games, players are drawn into an intricate “Taopunk” universe. It’s a fascinating mix where Eastern mythology, philosophical musings, and cyberpunk vibes collide. You’ll step into the shoes of Yi, navigating the abandoned realm of New Kunlun. The mission? Hunt down its elusive rulers, the Sols, in classic 2D platformer style. Focus on combat that’s as thrilling as it is challenging, using dynamic techniques to charge, deflect, and strike—taking cues from games like Sekiro and Hollow Knight.

Red Candle Games describes Nine Sols as an intricate fusion of profound Eastern philosophies, mythological depth, and a sharp cyberpunk edge. If you love mastering the art of parrying, you’ll feel right at home amidst the “deflection-heavy” combat mechanics.

For those who’ve ventured into the harsh landscapes of Stalker 2—and we certainly praised our adventures there in our Stalker 2 review—Nine Sols offers a refreshing twist. Yes, it delivers adrenaline-pumping action, but it’s also a visual delight, painted in vibrant, hand-drawn art miles away from The Zone’s grim setting.

Craving more worlds to traverse, slide, climb, and dash through? Don’t miss our curated list of the best Xbox platformers for more thrilling adventures.