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2D side-scrolling action game "Kemono Heroes" hits Switch in Japan on Feb. 27th, 2020

Getting some Rocket Knight vibes from this one
by rawmeatcowboy
26 February 2020
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Nippon Ichi Software is bringing the Mad Gear Games-developed 2D side-scrolling action game Kemono Heroes to Switch in Japan on Feb. 27th, 2020. The title will be priced at 1,500 yen, and you can read up on full gameplay details below.

Kemono Heroes combines elements of run and gun, fast arcade action with dashes and slashes, with cool and fluffy characters. It can be experienced alone, choosing between three difficulties to enjoy a real challenge. Up to fpur friends can also join forces in cooperative mode, fighting and helping each other to overcome any obstacles in their way.

Story

Tsukigami, the Moon God is mad at the inhabitants of the forest and has transformed all of them into stone. The four Animal Ninja Masters are the only ones that can fight against Tsukigami’s hordes of evil spirit minions to reach Mt Fuji and confront him in time to break his magic Spell.

Key Features

A one-to-four players cooperative game.
Four different characters with different abilities.
Four worlds with lots of sub-stages.
Unlockable weapons and powers.
Lots of fun and action!

The game's official Japanese website is also open, and happens to be completely in English. That most likely means we can expect a localized release quite soon. Check out the site for screens and more.

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