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Mighty No. 9
By Inti Creates, released 1 Jan 2016
- Microsoft Windows
- Linux
- PlayStation 3
- macOS
- Wii U
- PlayStation Vita
- science fiction video game
- action game
What it is
Mighty No. 9 is a 2016 2D side-scrolling action platformer from Inti Creates and Deep Silver. You play Beck, the ninth Mighty robot and the only one unaffected by a virus that makes mechanized creatures go berserk. Beck runs, jumps, shoots, and transforms through twelve stages, taking weapons and abilities from defeated Mighty Number robots before confronting the threat to the planet. Defeating eight Mighty robots unlocks different transformations and skills. A single-player campaign is joined by New Game+ with two extra difficulty levels, a Challenge mode with mini missions, and Boss Rush mode. Steam lists multiplayer, PvP, online PvP, co-op, online co-op, achievements, controller support, Trading Cards, and Remote Play on TV. Platforms include Windows, Linux, PlayStation 3, macOS, Wii U, PlayStation Vita, and Nintendo 3DS.
What players like, and what they don't
- Twelve-stage single-player campaign
- Defeated bosses unlock new transformations
- New Game+ adds two difficulty levels
- Includes online co-op and PvP
- Metacritic score listed as 52
- Released in 2016
- Steam lists Windows, macOS, and Linux
Who it suits
It suits players seeking 2D action platforming with transformable abilities, multiple stages, and extra challenge modes. Multiplayer and online co-op features also support groups using listed platforms.
Mighty No. 9 builds its campaign around Beck's movement, shooting, and stolen enemy abilities. New Game+, Challenge, Boss Rush, and online modes extend the platforming beyond the main stages.
