Dare to venture into the city of Balduq in Ys IX: Monstrum Nox, a locale simmering with political unrest and supernatural mystery. Renowned adventurer Adol "the Red" Christin finds himself ensnared, becoming a Monstrum with extraordinary powers after a fateful encounter. Navigate the winding streets and shadowy realms, as Adol and his fellow Monstrum rise to protect the city from the encroaching Grimwald Nox.

Step into the roles of any of the six notorious Monstrum, each gifted with unique abilities like scaling walls or spotting hidden items. Engage in the action by accepting quests from the populace, diving into the Grimwald Nox, and confronting the myriad threats to Balduq; utilize familiar Flash Dodge and Flash Guard mechanics, while incorporating new Gifts and Boost Mode to amplify combat skills. You must outmaneuver foes and master a dynamic range of combat options.

Discover these features:

• Feared Protectors: Each Monstrum wields unique Gifts, enhancing exploration and combat.
• World Within the Walls: Immerse yourself in Balduq, assisting its citizens and battling the Grimwald Nox.
• Strength of the Night: Employ and enhance classic mechanics alongside new abilities for strategic combat.

Unravel the secrets of the Monstrum curse and the truth behind Balduq's turmoil in this thrilling installment of the Ys series as you confront shadowy beings and investigate the Monstrum curse. Are you ready to embrace your newfound abilities and defend Balduq from impending doom?