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Buka Entertainment and Ravenscourt are pleased to announce that the beat ’em up 9 Monkeys of Shaolin is now available for PlayStation®4, Microsoft Xbox®, Nintendo Switch™ and PC, both physical and digital.
To celebrate the launch, a spectacular launch trailer has been released.
“We are super happy that this day has finally come! Gamers around the world can now dive into the legend of Shaolin!” said Dmitry Kachkov, founder of Sobaka Studio. “We have had a long and exciting three-year journey, using all our experience to create a unique game, full of adventures, challenges and that unique warm atmosphere of the good old kung fu action movies.”
“If you know the enemy and yourself, you need not fear the outcome of hundreds of battles. If you know yourself, but not the enemy, for every victory you gain, you will also suffer defeat. If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle.” —Sun Tzu, The Art of War.
9 Monkeys of Shaolin marks the rebirth of the iconic beat em up genre in the spirit of old-school video games. If you enjoyed hours of fun as a kid playing SNES or SEGA beat em up video games, crushing enemies left and right, then this new title from the makers of the hardcore brawler Redeemer is for you.
Story
As the Chinese fisherman Wei Cheng, you have lost your family and friends in a pirate raid on your peaceful village. It is time for revenge. The protagonist of the game is quite a tough nut to crack as he only knows the basics of ancient martial arts, mastered only by the legendary Shaolin monks. Prepare your trusted forces for a challenging adventure in medieval China and brutal battles against hordes of enemies. Action-packed combat, user-friendly controls and an incredible atmosphere of great kung-fu movies from the 1970s – all this makes 9 Monkeys of Shaolin a perfect choice for any fan of hardcore brawlers.
Characteristics
- 3 unique fighting styles: fight on earth, in the air or use mysterious magical seals. Combine these elements to defeat any enemy on your way.
- Captivating Story: Discover the fascinating story of Wei Cheng and follow him as he rises from humble fisherman to master of the Shaolin martial arts.
- Stunning Visual Style: Unbelievable combination of historical and mystical elements give you an exciting experience with every scene on screen.
- Extensive character development system: You will learn a number of ways to achieve victory while unlocking various perks, items and fighting styles.
- More than 25 different levels: Chinese villages, pirate ship, Buddhist monasteries, Japanese mansions, ancient ruins and much more.
- 10 types of Chinese and Japanese polearms, each with its own unique characteristics. Explore the environment and find new items.
- Co-op Play: Invite your friend to help you through the troops of enemies coming at you and complete the game together.
