Kemono Heroes

[h3]A fox, a monkey, a cat and a flying squirrel meet up in an inn..[/h3] This game really hearkens back to the SNES-era where mascot platformers were all the rage. Kemono Heroes takes that early 90s console magic and seasons it with a heavy dose of asian flair and what you get is an arcade adventure for up to four players each taking control of a diverse cast of characters to defeat the vengeful moon spirit threatening to encase the world in marble (or something similar). The story is told in cutscenes and, to be honest, made little sense to me, but I can confirm it relates to ancient warrior spirits, a weird thing on/in the moon and an ancient order of nuns/monks? Despite the lack of insight I found the lore quite intriguing, and even though the overall story might be something lost in a cultural limbo. On top of that I greatly enjoyed the different styles of the more commonly encountered enemies in these kinds of games. The graphics are lovely and really reminds me of the best games of the console era with its vibrant colour schemes and plenty of details to get lost in. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3515674938 You have one main attack and begin with an endless supply of kunai to throw at your enemies. During your adventure you acquire new abilities as well as a friendly merchant at which you may upgrade your arsenal, magic and life to make the game easier. The gameplay is smooth and with the right amount of challenge. On top of that you have a varied roster of heroes who all have a different ability to abuse the rules of the game. For example the cat can climb, and thus alleviate plenty of the platforming challenges, and the squirrel simply flies/glides. All in all the variation added replayability to the base game. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3515675713 However.. And this might be a slight spoiler, so read on in your own accord. [spoiler] Half-way into the game you encounter the moonspirits on the surface of the moon, and after a fierce battle you kind of get encased in moon-marble and looses the fight. This ends up being a restart of sorts in which you play through all the previous stages but with harder moon-touched enemies that range from a nuisance to a really pain in the behind.. I do not mind games reusing assets, but this was more or less the same game played though twice with a slight ramp in difficulty. Some of the bosses were changed, but not all. So yea, have that in mind.[/spoiler] [b]Conclusion:[/b] Besides my critique concerning the “happening”, Kemono Heroes is a solid title and a great callback to the arcade couch co-ops of old. I really enjoyed the artstyle and the various heroes played just enough differently that it deserves a replay. This is a perfect game to invite a few friends, chug some tea and just enjoy good old retro gaming at its finest. If retro action platformers is your thing, Kemono Heroes is a solid choice! [quote][url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/32732116-IndieGems/] Follow [b]IndieGems[/b] [/url] for more reviews like this one. [/quote]

I loved this game on Nintendo Switch, especially when playing local multiplayer with friends. It’s an incredibly fun and visually charming experience, featuring beautifully crafted pixel art environments. The gameplay strikes a perfect balance between challenge and accessibility, making it ideal for players of all skill levels. However, I couldn't miss the chance to enjoy it on PC as well!

Kemono Heroes is a short and challenging 2D Action Platformer with arcade graphics and gaming style. It's about your village where everyone got turned into a stone statues and your mission is to venture and remove the curse and restore back peace. The game offers 1-4 Co-op gaming or single player mode as well. The screen is filled with enemies that attack you from almost every direction and you have to fight your way through each stage and reach the end of it to proceed. There are a total of 4 worlds with 3 stages each. The controls are very solid and didn't face any single bug during my playthrough which was amazing due to the number of enemies on screen. You can get overwhelmed quickly if you're not timing your attacks or reacting quickly enough which can be challenging but as well push your limits. The difficulty starts to spike as you head into further level worlds. The music was engaging and fun to listen to. There are shops where you can buy health, ninpo upgrades as well as strengthen your weapons. The boss weren't very challenging however the more you play into the game, more stuff will get revealed which will keep you hooked as you progress your way through. This is a very recommended 2D Action Platformer especially if you love that arcade style old school vibe. Overall Rating 10/10

[b]이 게임은 제작사로부터 큐레이터 커넥트 받은 게임입니다.[/b] [h1]도트 그래픽이 아주 좋은 4인용 횡스크롤 일본풍 액션 게임. [/h1] 4가지의 동물 닌자캐릭터를 플레이 할 수 있음. 각 캐릭터마다 특성이 달라 다양한 방식으로 공략 가능함. 제일 속도가 빠른건 고양이고 그 다음이 원숭이. 다음이 날다람쥐인데.. 편의성은 날아다닐 수 있는 날다람쥐가 가장 편함. 혼자서 플레이 할 수 도 있고 최대 4명까지 함께 플레이 하는것이 가능함. 맵에 적들이 많이 등장하는 편인데 이거 다 물리치지 않아도 진행할 수 있음. 물론 특수한 적, 시스템상 반드시 물리쳐야 하는 적들은 죽여야 진행이 가능함. 적이 많이 나와도 회피하면서 앞으로 쭉쭉 나가면 된다. 그래서 내가 날다람쥐가 가장 편하다고 했음. 게임이 도트로 만들어져있는데 공을 아주 많이 들였더라. 내 모니터가 상당히 큰편이라 도트게임에서 도트 많이 안 찍으면 계단현상이 심각하게 등장하는데 이 게이에는 그런거 거의 없이 큰 화면 가득 잘 나오더라. 또한 이 게임 도트 찍은 도트 작가가 정말 열일 했음. 구름한점. 산 하나. 나뭇잎하나까지 빼먹지 않고 도트를 섬세하게 찍어서 플레이 하는 내내 눈요기만큼은 제대로 되더라. 이 게임 제작자 중 가장 일을 잘 한 사람을 도트작가라고 평가하겠음. 배경이 고대 일본인데... 캐릭터들이 옷이 화려하고 잘 갖춰 입은거 보면 꽤나 근대인것으로 보인다. 등장하는 각종 사물이나 닌자 같은거 보면 중세시대같기도 하고.. 뭐 일본의 여러시대가 짬뽕되어 있다고 생각하면 됨. 난이도의 경우에는 Easy~Hard까지 있음. 적당히 Easy나 노멀로 플레이 하는것을 권장함. Hard한번 해봤는데 적에게 맞을 때 마다 데미지가 상당히 많이 들어오는 편이라 어려웠음. 도중에 나오는 돈으로 캐릭터의 능력치를 업그레이드 해주거나 폭탄(전체화면 공격)을 추가. 체력이랑 각종 소모품 총량 등을 올릴 수 있음. 한글화 되어 있어 게임 스토리를 알 수 있음. 기계번역같기는 한데 몇몇 번역 제외하고는(ex:메인메뉴의 통제수단)대부분 번역이 자연스러웠음. 끝으로 친척애들 오면 접대용으로 플레이 하기적합함. 난이도만 쉽게 해주면 한두명이서 쉽게 엔딩 볼 수 있을거다. [h1]도트 그래픽이 아주 탁월한 동물닌자 게임. 관심이 있는분은 할인할 때 한번 고민해 보세요.[/h1]

solid game, good kemonos

This is a fast-paced action game with a fantastic feel. The dash and jump mechanics reminds me of Mega Man X in a good way (especially with the cat character that can wall climb). The music and pixel art are impressive, blending seamlessly with the overall game atmosphere. On the other hand, the multiplayer brings a nostalgic vibe, got me back to these days playing with my brothers on the same tiny screen. It's packed with moments that make you want to shout at your friends while sharing lots of laughs at the same time. I think it has a rasonable price and completely worth it.

Nothing beats being a cute ninja flying squirrel throwing kunais at angry chubby snakes.

Fast paced retro action game. Perfect with friends and for the small timeslots you may find during the otherwise busy everyday life.

Juego muy divertido que recuerda la época dorada de los juegos de plataformas de 16 bits, con mecánicas actualizadas que te permiten jugar hasta 4 jugadores simultaneos con un apartado gráfico sorprendentemente conseguido que narra la historia de los personajes. Me gustaría resaltar la calidad de la musica que consigue una atmosfera ideal para ponerte en la piel de uno de nuestros adorables shinobis y convertirte en un verdadero Kemono Hero. Conclusión: Muy recomendado para aquellos que quieran un reto cooperativo que disfrutar con sus amigos ******************************************************************************************** Very fun game that brings back the golden age of 16-bit platformers, with updated mechanics that allow up to 4 players to play simultaneously. The game features an impressively well-executed visual style that narrates the story of the characters. I’d like to highlight the quality of the music, which creates the perfect atmosphere to immerse yourself in the role of one of our adorable shinobis and become a true Kemono Hero. Conclusion: Highly recommended for those looking for a cooperative challenge to enjoy with friends.

I played the whole game already on Nintendo Switch. Great fun, alone or with 4 players in local multiplayer mode. My son and wife really liked it too, it was fun to play with them. Great music in the game, makes the game even more fun. Definitely recommended, play with friends at your house. Also, you can play it multiple times on different difficulty levels or with new characters.