Featured in The Future of Gaming along with many other titles that would debut on PS5, Kena: Bridge of Spirits It is the first game from the animation studio Ember Lab. Although not much information has been revealed in the following months, this ‘third party’ project is one of the most anticipated games of 2021 for PlayStation users. At the end of the day, although it will not be an exclusive, Kena: Birdge of Spirits It is designed with the ‘hardware’ of the PS5 in mind.
Next, we will list everything that is known about the title. This ranges from the story to the gameplay of Kena: Birdge of Spirits and how it will differ between the PS5 and PS4 versions. Don’t forget that this article will be updated as new information is revealed!
When will the launch of Kena: Bridge of Spirits?
After several postponements, the release date of Kena: Bridge of Spirits it was scheduled for August. However, with the release a few weeks away, Ember Lab postponed the release date of Kena: Bridge of Spirits until September 21.
What platforms will it reach?
The game will arrive on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and PC via the Epic Games Store.
Can you book now?
Yes, Kena: Bridge of Spirits can already be booked at PlayStation Store Y Epic Games Store. Interested players can choose between the standard and digital deluxe editions.
Standard Edition
- The PS4 and PS5 version of Kena: Bridge of Spirits
Deluxe digital edition
- The PS4 and PS5 version of Kena: Bridge of Spirits
- Game digital soundtrack
- Deluxe digital staff
- Golden appearances for the Rot
Regardless of which edition they pre-order, players will receive a ‘set’ of hats for the Rot.
Differences between the PS4 and PS5 versions
Thanks to its superior technology, the PS5 version of Kena: Bridge of Spirits It will enjoy a graphical presentation superior to that of its version for Sony’s eighth-generation console. This translates to the ability to render denser vegetation and the 100 Rot that will be able to accompany Kena. Of course, the SSD on the PlayStation 5 will make the game load much faster than the version for the 8th generation console. In order for the game to run well on PS4, Ember Lab had to reduce and trim certain graphic elements.
Another peculiarity of the PS5 version of Kena: Bridge of Spirits This is how you will use the haptic feedback from the DualSense control. In an interview with Game Informer, Mike and Josh Grier – founders of Ember Lab – mentioned that players will be able to feel the resistance of the bow when they pull the string and distinguish in which hand they are holding a Rot.
What will the story of Kena: Bridge of Spirits?
The story of Kena: Bridge of Spirits follow the young woman Kena, a spiritual guide in the midst of a crusade to find a temple in the mountains. Her search leads her to an abandoned village in the middle of the forest, where she encounters a group of evil spirits. After the confrontation, the protagonist meets the sister spirits Saiya Y Me. They ask Kena for help to stop their brother Taro. On his adventure, the spirit guide will be assisted by creatures known as Rot. These will aid her in exploration and combat.
How will the gameplay of Kena: Bridge of Spirits?
Ember Lab define Kena: Bridge of Spirits as an action adventure game with an emphasis on puzzle solving and exploration. The study has pointed to The Legend of Zelda Y Dark Souls as his main inspirations behind the gameplay of Kena: Bridge of Spirits , although the influence of Pikmin it is also evident. As far as combat is concerned, this will be in real time. The protagonist will be able to use her staff to make light, heavy and charged attacks. You can also use magical abilities at a distance. As you defeat enemies, Kena can improve her arsenal. One of these improvements will be the aforementioned bow.
Of course, the protagonist can also defend herself through the skill Pulse. This will create a shield that can cause enemies to stagger if activated before their attacks hit. However, Pulse will also serve to highlight tracks and activate objects of interest. In this way, it will be a vital skill when solving puzzles.
Now, these are not the only tools that will influence combat and exploration. Creatures known as the Rot will help Kena solve puzzles by moving objects. They will also be important during combat, in which they can distract enemies and grant special properties to Kena’s attacks. However, these creatures will not join the fight until the protagonist does not cause a certain amount of damage.
How long can it be completed?
In an interview with Game Informer, Josh Grier revealed that Kena: Bridge of Spirits it will not be long. He did not specify how many hours, but said it can be overcome in a weekend.
What are the requirements to play Kena: Bridge of Spirits and PC?
Minimum requirements to play Kena: Bridge of Spirits and PC
- Operating system: 64-bit Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10
- Processor: AMD FX-6100 / Intel i3-3220 o equivalente
- Memory: 8 GB of RAM
- Storage: 25 GB
- DirectX: Version 11
- Graphic card: AMD Radeon HD 7750 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 o equivalente
Recommended requirements to play Kena: Bridge of Spirits and PC
- Operating system: 64-bit Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 1700 / Intel i7-6700K o equivalente
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Storage: 25 GB
- DirectX: Version 11
- Graphic card: AMD RX Vega 56 / NVIDIA GTX 1070 the equivalent
This article will be updated as more information is revealed!
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