A game by Mad Gear Games for Switch, originally released in 2020.
Kemono Heroes is a sidescrolling actioner that mixes melee and projectile-based combat, and it features four playable characters and 1P-4P cooperative play. Tsukigami, the Moon God, has opened his eye and sent a wave of energy through the forest, petrifying everyone within. Fortunately, there are four ninja masters – all of whom happen to be fluffy forest creatures – that spring into action to save the people, fighting through enemies and evil spirits, climbing Mt. Fuji, and eventually facing off against the Moon God himself.
The game is heavily steeped in Japanese folklore, and little is explained for Western audiences, so your understanding of the goings-on will be dependent upon your fluency in all things Japanese. Those who are versed in Japanese belief systems and mythologies, or purveyors of manga, anime, or other Japanese works may recognize several elements. Others may not understand what a kasa-obake is, for instance, but will be able to recognize a spirit possessing an umbrella and bringing it to life.
