The forthcoming action title, inspired by Sekiro's deflection-centric combat, presents a stunning interpretation of Eastern mythology and is eagerly anticipated in just two months. Red Candle Games, the studio acclaimed for its creations Devotion and Detention, has disclosed the launch date for its platformer influenced by Hollow Knight, named Nine Sols.

On the 28th of March, the announcement was made by Red Candle Games via Twitter, sharing that the game's debut is merely two months away. Since its initial reveal in 2022, the company embarked on a successful crowdfunding effort, amassing three million Taiwanese dollars within a day, and has also offered a complimentary demo. Years have passed, and now, the wait to dive into this highly awaited game is nearly over. For the release date announcement of Nine Sols, set for May 29, 2024, Red Candle Games introduced a fresh trailer showcasing our protagonist, Yi, engaging enemies in an age-old world with combat influenced by Sekiro's deflection-centric mechanics.

For those who may not know, this hand-drawn, 2D action-platformer invites players into a 'Taopunk' universe - a creative fusion of cyberpunk aesthetics and Taoist philosophy. Players will guide Yi as he solves the enigmas of an old extraterrestrial race and confronts the 9 Sols - sovereigns of this abandoned domain.

Red Candle Games' imminent project marks a departure from its usual atmospheric horror narratives found in both Devotion and Detention. It's a refreshing change of pace for the studio, which declared a hiatus from horror genre ventures in 2021, coinciding with Devotion's search for a new platform. The timing of Nine Sols' release in May provides an excellent distraction for fans awaiting updates on Hollow Knight: Silksong. Despite its announcement in 2019 by Team Cherry, details on its release remain elusive, leaving fans in a state of eager anticipation.

Nine Sols is currently available for wishlist additions on Steam, ensuring eager gamers can keep abreast of the latest updates. Moreover, our curated selection of upcoming indie games promises more exciting discoveries in the gaming landscape.