9 Monkeys of Shaolin
Sobaka Studio · 2020 · Ninja, Beat 'em up, Martial Arts, Co-op, Online Co-Op
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About 9 Monkeys of Shaolin
9 Monkeys of Shaolin is a hardcore beat 'em up where you play as a vengeful fisherman mastering Shaolin martial arts to take down pirate hordes across Medieval China. It combines classic side-scrolling brawler action with three unique fighting styles, extensive character progression, and a gripping kung-fu story that captures the spirit of 70s martial arts cinema.
"If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat. If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle".- Sun Tzu, The Art of War
9 Monkeys of Shaolin - marks a true rebirth of the iconic beat 'em up genre in vein of old-school video games. If, as a kid you had hours of fun playing SNES or SEGA beat 'em up videogames crushing foes left and right then this new title from the creators of hardcore brawler REDEEMER is definitely for you!
As a mere Chinese fisherman Wei Cheng you have to avenge the death of your friends and family slaughtered in a pirate raid at your peaceful village. Game protagonist is quite a tough nut to crack as he knows the basics of ancient martial arts only mastered by legendary Shaolin monks. Get your trusty battle staff ready for a challenging adventure in Medieval China and for merciless fights with hordes of various enemies.
Action-packed battles, user friendly controls and incredible atmosphere of great kung-fu movies of 70s – all this makes 9 Monkeys of Shaolin a perfect choice for every true fan of really hardcore brawlers.
3 unique fighting styles: fight on earth, in the air or use mysterious magic seals. Combine these elements to defeat every enemy on your way.
Captivating narrative: discover the fascinating story of Wei Cheng and follow him as he rises from a simple fisherman to the master of Shaolin martial arts.
Stunning visual style: unlikely combination of historical and mystical elements gives you an exciting experience from every scene appears on screen.
Extensive character development system: you learn a great deal of ways to victory as you discover various unlockable perks, items and fighting styles.
More than 25 different levels: Chinese villages, pirate ship, Buddhist monasteries, Japanese mansions, ancient ruins and many more.
10 types of Chinese and Japanese polearms, each with its unique traits. Discover the landscapes to find new items!
Co-op play: invite your friend to help you fight through growing waves of enemies and complete the game together.
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Base game + 2 of 2 DLC at today's best prices.
What Steam players say
Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.
The (local) co-op feels like an afterthought. Just a second puncher in the fights without any other interaction with the world. The story was kinda nice and I appreciate the native linux support and might recommend it, but I did not enjoy playing the game with a friend. Single player is fine ig.1 found this helpful
Very nice side scrolling and brawl game. Great for Steam deck.
9 Monkeys of Shaolin is a straightforward, old‑school beat ’em up that delivers exactly what it promises: fast, constant action without filler. The combat feels tight and responsive, with a simple core that becomes more interesting as you unlock new techniques and stances. Every encounter pushes you to stay mobile, time your parries, and manage groups of enemies instead of just button‑mashing. The art style is vibrant and gives the game a distinct personality, while the story is basic but does its job without getting in the way. It’s not a long game, but that actually works in its favor — it never drags, never overstays its welcome, and keeps the pacing sharp from start to finish. If you enjoy classic beat ’em ups with a modern touch and a solid sense of progression, this is a fun, focused experience that respects your time and keeps the action flowing.
good game
Crash on launch on Win 11 and on Linux CachyOS. Unplayable Devs answered on email, but after their recommendations didn't help, they ignore me
Hidden gem
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