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Review of 9 Monkeys of Shaolin on PS4

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Oct 2020
Cover image of 9 Monkeys of Shaolin on PS4
Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 16 Oct 2020
Genre: Beat 'em up
Developer: Sobaka Studio
Publisher: Buka Entertainment, Ravenscourt

Introduction

Picture this: you're a humble fisherman whose life is about to get a whole lot more action-packed than your usual day of catching fish. Welcome to the wild world of *9 Monkeys of Shaolin*. This gem is basically a love letter to the classic kung fu flicks from the '70s, where life lessons come from throwing fists and snapping necks. Grab your controller, because we're about to dive into some epic beat-em-up insanity!

Gameplay

In *9 Monkeys of Shaolin*, you step into the sandals of Wei Cheng, a fisherman with a knack for staff-fighting and a grudge against the Wokou clan, aka the bad guys in snazzy masks. It's not all smooth sailing, though! This game is a side-scrolling beat 'em up, which means you'll be unleashing combos and strange kung fu moves on waves of masked ninjas. Along the way, you earn upgrade points to learn new techniques and show off some serious martial arts swag. And if you enjoy knocking bad guys into the next realm, you're in luck - there's a cooperative multiplayer mode where you can team up with a friend. Seriously, nothing screams 'best friendship' like double-teaming masked foes on the couch! But get ready - you might want to savagely compete for who can land the most devastating combo!

Graphics

Visually, *9 Monkeys of Shaolin* feels like someone resurrected a '70s kung fu movie - all vibrant colors, artsy backdrops, and exaggerated character designs. The animations are fluid enough that you might just forget you're not actually Liu Kang - and if you don't know who that is, where have you been living? Gorgeous art meets chaotic action; it's like a visual kung fu fiesta! The game runs on Unreal Engine 4, giving it a crisp and inviting feel that draws you right into its world. I mean, who doesn't want to punch fools while admiring mystical mountains in the background?

Conclusion

All in all, *9 Monkeys of Shaolin* delivers a fun, nostalgic experience for those who love classic beat-em-ups. While not groundbreaking, it's like biting into a fresh fortune cookie: comforting, enjoyable, and just a little nutty. So, grab a buddy, dive into the kung fu chaos, and unleash your inner fighter - it's time to save the world, one masked ninja at a time! If you're a fan of the genre, give it a shot. Just remember, there are no actual monkeys involved in this adventure, but it doesn't stop you from feeling like a total boss!

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