Chronicles of 2 Heroes: Amaterasu's Wrath (2023)

Chronicles of 2 Heroes is an intense 16-bit action platformer with Metroidvania elements and a singular mechanic: you can switch in real-time between the two main characters! The Samurai and the Kunoichi have unique, surprising combat styles that you will need to master to save feudal Japan from the goddess Amaterasu and her fearsome minions.

Platform Adventure Indie Arcade Action Fantasy Historical retro 2d metroidvania japan pixel art pixel graphics japanese mythology feudal japan technical platformer precision platformingXbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One

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Try Hard GuidesErik HodgesMay 20239/10
Chronicles of 2 Heroes: Amaterasu’s Wrath is a solid Metroidvania-type title with a focus on challenging and unique platforming mechanics. Platforming veterans and new players alike have something to enjoy in this challenging and stylish game.
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WellPlayedMark IsaacsonJun 20238/10
With plenty to explore, mechanics that are mostly tight and engaging, and loads of of retro-infused elements, there's a little gem here within the chronicles of two cunning heroes.
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Nindie SpotlightJustin NationJun 20248.2/10
Runs with its classic side-scrolling look and feel, and throws plenty of classic platforming and action at you to boot
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God is a GeekLyle CarrMay 20236.5/10
Chronicles of 2 Heroes: Amaterasu's Wrath has some great ideas and tasty platforming, but the difficulty will put some people off.
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NintendoWorldReportZachary MillerAug 20236/10
The underlying switching mechanic is strong and most of the platforming is solid in theory. It feels like this one needed more time in the oven, but a more refined version–or a sequel left to gestate–would probably provide a great time. As it stands, Chronicles of 2 Heroes is a mildly frustrating experience that I had to convince myself to keep playing for this review.
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About the game

Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Developer: Catness Game Studios
Publisher: Catness Game Studios
Released: May 26, 2023
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Side view
Engine: Unreal Engine 4

IGDB rating 6.5/10 from 1 ratings.

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