Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist punches its way to Europe and North America next week

Leoful has announced that Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist, the kung-fu action game developed by PiXEL, finally has a release date in Europe and North America: March 31st. Even better: it’s now available for digital pre-order in both regions with a special 10% discount (runs until April 10th. Regular price after that: 14.99€ / $14.99). It will be playable in the following languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish.

To celebrate the announcement, Leoful shared a brand new trailer for the game:

Here’s some of the people who contributed to the game:

• Music: Norio Nakagata (Zombie Nation, Genpei Touma Den)
• Sound Effects: Hirofumi Murasaki (Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, Clockwork Knight)
• Illustrations: Studio Vigor
• Character voices: Suika

Next, here’s some details about the story of Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist:

A long time ago, the evil Dark Dragon was sealed away by Master Jin Shenlong high up on Mount Heian. It was believed that the Dark Dragon will grant those who can claim its great strength the power to rule the world.

Two sisters, Xiaomei and Xiaoyin, trained together at a village under Master Pailong. Xiaomei dedicated herself to learning the Flame Dragon’s Fist, while Xiaoyin tried to master the Dark Dragon’s Fist. Both of these kung fu techniques were like yin and yang, which helped to keep the world in balance.

As they underwent Master Pailong’s training, Xiaoyin started showing a great hatred for the Flame Dragon Fist and tried to hinder Xiaomei’s efforts. Could she have been influenced by the darkness?

One day, Xiaoyin disappeared, and about a month later rumors began to swirl that she was training at Mount Heian, the same place where the Dark Dragon was sealed.

Motivated by her strong desire to save her sister, Xiaomei finally mastered the Flame Dragon’s Fist and sets off to find her.

Want to find out about the main characters? Here’s some profiles:

• Xiaomei

The game’s protagonist. She is Xiaoyin’s optimistic younger sister and master of the Flame Dragon’s Fist.

• Xiaoyin

The elder sister of Xiaoyin. Unlike Xiaomei, she has a discreet and serious personality.

• Master Pailong

Xiaomei and Xiaoyin’s kung fu teacher.

And finally, here’s some more details about the game, along with some screenshots:

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.

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.

• 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

Xiaomei and the Flame Dragon’s Fist (Switch – eShop) comes out on March 31st in Europe and North America.

Source: Leoful PR