Kemono Heroes

Kemono Heroes

MadGearGames · 2025

85WhatsNext
SoloMultiplayerCo-opSide-onSwitch
How you play it

Online co-op

Online co-op

The WhatsNext verdict

For Players who enjoy brisk arcade action, folklore-inspired visuals, and cooperative side-scrolling.: Dash, slash, and shoot through a run-and-gun adventure with up to four players, or play solo. Tradeoff: Its arcade action and compact side-scrolling format offer less room for deep combat mastery or open-ended exploration.

What it does best

  • platform

  • fantasy

The setup

What you are walking into

Kemono Heroes combines elements of run and gun, fast arcade action with dashes and slashes, with cool and fluffy characters. It can be enjoyed up to 4 Players in cooperative mode, fighting together and helping each other but is totally designed to work as a single player game as well. Play solo, or share Joy-Con controllers for local multiplayer support for up to 4 players. With upgradeable weapons and items, and charming visuals drawn from retro side-scrollers and traditional folklore, Kemono Heroes is truly a vivid and memorable action adventure!

Where it lives

Google StadiaXbox Series X|SPlayStation 4PC (Microsoft Windows)PlayStation 5Xbox OneNintendo Switch

Genre

PlatformAdventureIndie

Vibe

ActionFantasy
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