Hand-Drawn Platformer Nine Sols Joins Xbox Game Pass Today

Great news for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC players—subscribers can now delve into the achievements of Nine Sols as it officially launches on Xbox Game Pass. This exciting 2D action-platforming game from Red Candle Games is available today for those with Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscriptions, making its debut outside the anticipated Game Pass games lineup.

Nine Sols, a beautifully hand-drawn 2D platformer, is your ticket to a captivating experience. Developed by the talented team at Red Candle Games, it’s open to all Xbox Game Pass members with either the Ultimate or PC tier. This game is a fascinating blend of Eastern mythology, philosophical musings, and cyberpunk aesthetics, creating a unique “Taopunk” world to dive into. Within this realm, you play as Yi, navigating the desolate land of New Kunlun on a quest to confront its nine rulers, the Sols. The journey is action-packed, equipping you with abilities to charge, parry, and strike enemies in a combat style that fans of Sekiro and Hollow Knight will relish.

Red Candle Games has crafted Nine Sols as a game that seamlessly fuses the philosophical depth of Eastern traditions with mythical storytelling and a futuristic cyberpunk flair. On the combat front, it’s a 2D action game that emphasizes deflection, making it a perfect fit for those who enjoy precise parrying.

If you’ve been tackling the harsh realities of Stalker 2—a game we thoroughly enjoyed in our review—you might find Nine Sols a delightful change of pace. While it maintains a fast-paced platforming dynamic, its stunning art style offers a refreshing contrast to the grim ambiance of The Zone.

For those eager to explore more universes brimming with jumps, slides, climbs, and sprints, be sure to explore our curated list of top Xbox platformers.