An homage to classic arcade action, Chronicles of 2 Heroes: Amaterasu’s Wrath has arrived on PC and major consoles, delivering a vintage feel with modern polish. The game blends platforming challenges with tight combat, set in a fantasy version of feudal Japan that teems with spirits and demons drawn from rich myth and legend.
Visually, the title embraces 16‑bit aesthetics that evoke the era of Sega Mega Drive classics, yet it updates the look with crisp pixel art and vivid color. The world is steeped in Japanese folklore, where a courageous brother and sister named Kensei and Ayame confront the formidable goddess Amaterasu, who menaces humanity. The setup invites players to explore a richly imagined landscape full of temples, forests, and ruined sanctuaries where danger lurks around every corner.
Key design elements include the exploration-driven feel of a metroidvania, sumptuous pixel work, and the ability to swap between the two protagonists on the fly. Each character carries distinct strengths, inviting players to experiment with different routes and tactics as they advance through the adventure.
Samurai Kensei fights in close quarters with his katana, delivering powerful melee strikes, but his movement options are more restrained underground. Ayame, a nimble ninja, excels at ranged assault and quick maneuvers, making it possible to strike from a distance and dodge with speed. The interplay between their styles forms the core of the game’s combat rhythm.
As players progress, the roster of abilities expands. New skills become available that let the characters perform ground stuns, execute multi-step combos, and perform extra jumps that reach lofty platforms. This progression system encourages careful planning of routes and timings, rewarding players who map out efficient sequences and inventive ways to reach hidden areas.
Chronicles of 2 Heroes: Amaterasu’s Wrath is offered on Steam for 710 rubles, with a freely downloadable demo available to test the waters. The game is also released on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and S, and Nintendo Switch, ensuring players across systems can join the journey. The release has drawn comparisons to classic arcade adventures while standing on its own as a modern homage to mythic storytelling and action platforming. A related note is that Atomic Heart appeared on Russian Steam as a contemporary spiritual cousin to Vampire Survivors, highlighting a broader appetite for genre-blending experiences in the region.