As a seasoned gamer with over two decades of gaming under my belt, I must say that the hype surrounding Nine Sols is not unwarranted. Having tackled the likes of Dark Souls, Sekiro, and Hollow Knight, I can confidently assert that this game is no walk in the park. The first major boss alone had me questioning my reflexes as a gamer!
Fans of the PS5 have been cautioned that the newly released “Game of the Year” contender is incredibly challenging, which might not suit everyone. As per Metacritic and common consumers, the potential PS5 Game of the Year nominees are Astro Bot, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Metaphor: ReFantazio, and Black Myth: Wukong. However, some argue for indie games such as Balatro or Animal Well, while titles like Tekken 8, Silent Hill 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 are occasionally mentioned. Interestingly, a Game of the Year contender is gaining attention among PlayStation fans on Reddit, despite flying under the radar.
The game under discussion was launched in May, but it wasn’t until late November that it appeared on both PS5 and PS4. On Metacritic, the PS5 version received an 86, which is quite impressive but not usually considered for Game of the Year contention. However, user reviews seem to suggest this score might be a bit too low. Conversely, on Steam, user reviews are overwhelmingly positive, and the PlayStation Store reviews aren’t significantly different. Interestingly, some PS5 users have even labeled it as a potential Game of the Year candidate.
A highly-praised post on the PlayStation 5 Reddit forum states, ‘Don’t overlook Nine Sols – it might be Game of the Year.’ This game is one of the best in its category so far, with only Hollow Knight providing a close competition. Personally, I find the storytelling and lore to be the most compelling aspects of the game. Similar to Sekiro’s exploration of Buddhist themes, Nine Sols delves into Taoist concepts, albeit in a more unsettling manner. It also offers a deep historical background to explore, much like Bloodborne. The game is extremely challenging (even harder than Sekiro for me), but it includes a difficulty slider mode that effectively makes you invincible. So, if you’re only interested in the story and lore, don’t let the difficulty deter you.
Of course, in isolation this take on the game isn’t that noteworthy, but the popularity of the post suggests there is something to it. Meanwhile, the comments also echo the sentiment.
This comment indicates they’ve recently completed a 30-hour game, approximately half of which was spent battling the final boss (they chuckle about this). They absolutely recommend it for those who enjoy parrying, finding it rewarding to master and effortlessly smooth in its execution. However, they caution that some of the bosses are particularly challenging.
Beyond expressing agreement with the praise for the game’s quality, these remarks also convey that it is undeniably challenging.
This game is quite challenging, even for an experienced gamer like myself who has conquered many games from FromSoftware, including Hollow Knight (without defeating the final bosses). The initial major boss in Nine Sols has me questioning my gaming skills that I once thought were invincible. Previously, I dismissed claims about the game’s difficulty, but now I find myself doubting their validity. Despite its toughness, the game is beautifully designed and offers a great playing experience. However, potential players should be prepared for a genuine challenge.
If you’re interested in playing Nine Sols, please note that you’ll need to purchase it since it isn’t included in PlayStation Plus. The cost is $29.99. For this price, PS5 users will receive a game that offers around 20-30 hours of playtime, depending on your skill level and the extent of content you choose to complete.
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2024-12-07 05:39