Retro Kung Fu Game Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist Punches Onto Nintendo Switch™ In The West Later This Year

Video game publisher Leoful is teaming up with Japanese indie developer PiXEL to bring 16-bit kung fu action game, Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist, to Nintendo Switch in the west in 2022.

Releasing outside Japan for the first time, Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist is a 16-bit kung fu action game that pays homage to kung fu games from the 80s and 90s. The game’s protagonist, Xiaomei, embarks on a journey to save her elder sister, Xiaoyin, from the influence of the Dark Dragon. The Nintendo Switch version of Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist has been enhanced with a new story mode featuring Xiaoyin, new characters, and other unlockable content.

With music by legendary former Namco composer Norio Nakagata (Zombie Nation, Genpei Tōma Den), sound effects by Hirofumi Murasaki (Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, Clockwork Knight), illustrations by Studio Vigor, and character voices by Suika, this is a game fans of nostalgic kung fu games shouldn’t miss.

Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist is set to launch in the west in 2022, with support for English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish. The official English logo for the game, along with other details, will be published at a later date.

Watch the Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist teaser trailer: https://youtu.be/7lwnDx4qnAo

Overview of the game

Save your sister from the darkness in this authentic 16-bit kung fu action game, releasing outside Japan for the first time!

Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist is a 16-bit kung fu action game that pays homage to retro kung fu games from the 80s and 90s. You play as kung fu heroine Xiaomei, who embarks on a journey to save her elder sister, Xiaoyin, from the evil influence of the Dark Dragon. Punch, kick, and unleash the Flame Dragon’s Fist at enemies stopping you from saving your sister.

The game has been enhanced with new features and upgrades on Nintendo Switch. Experience a new story from Xiaoyin’s perspective in Xiaoyin Mode, meet new characters, and unlock special content such as wallpapers and character illustrations. Enjoy new music from legendary former Namco composer Norio Nakagata (Zombie Nation, Genpei Tōma Den), sound effects by Hirofumi Murasaki (Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, Clockwork Knight), and character voices by Suika.

Features

  • Time and execute kung fu moves against a horde of enemies and challenging bosses. Learn your opponent’s moves and act accordingly!
  • Three difficulty levels and other gameplay options for players of all skill levels
  • Uncover the full story by playing as Xiaomei and Xiaoyin in their respective story modes
  • Enjoy authentic 16-bit kung fu gameplay with finely tuned pixel art, resolution, and colors
  • Unlock various content by playing and beating the game
  • Admire illustrations designed by Studio Vigor in Gallery Mode

Product Information (Nintendo Switch)

Title: Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist

Platforms: Nintendo Switch

Release Date: 2022

Suggested retail price (digital): TBA

Genre: Action

Languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish

Players: 1

Publisher: Leoful

Developer: PiXEL

©PiXEL CO., LTD / Illustration by Studio Vigor. Licensed to and published by Leoful.

Links

Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist website

Leoful website

Leoful Facebook

Leoful Twitter

About Leoful

Leoful is a global video game publisher founded by two gamers in 2019. Our vision is to share fun, unique, and innovative games with people in Asia and all over the world. Leoful is best known for games such as Alpaca Ball: Allstars, Aviary Attorney: Definitive Edition, Georifters, Paradise Killer, The Company Man, and Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist.

About PiXEL

PiXEL is a company that focuses on retro game events and game development, while also creating websites, crafting designs, managing music distribution websites, and doing things that we think are fun without forgetting about imaginativeness. Developing nostalgic games such as Horgihugh and Friends and Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist is our forte, and we aim to bridge the gap between retro and modern games. Our company takes pride in creating content that provides value to society and culture. We couldn’t be happier when we see people attending our events, purchasing our products, and feeling surprise and joy while enjoying our content. We want to be a company where people say, “If PiXEL is involved with this, it is surely fun!”