2023's Kraino Origins has now been confirmed to get a sequel next year.
Kraino ReBirth has met its Kickstarter goal and is set to launch for Nintendo Switch on March 14, 2025.
The ghostly pixel-art Metroidvania comes from GameAtomic Studios and is inspired by games like Castlevania II: Simon's Quest, Mega Man X, Super Metroid and Shovel Knight – among other classics from the platform and adventure genres.
A demo for the game is available on PC through the developer and via Steam.
Kraino Origins is also 45% off for $6.59 on the US Nintendo Switch eShop until January 2, 2025.
Check out the preview and first trailer for Kraino ReBirth below:
Sharpen your hair and catch the load! Because you are about to enter a world of monsters, magic and chaos!
Kraino is once again called into action with his deadly scythe and hand cannon!
Slash and blast your way through a meticulously handcrafted world filled with danger, ghouls and ghosts!
Gain powerful abilities to reach the unknown.
The world is vast and full of more than enemies. During your journey you will encounter friendly faces, some of whom may help you (for a price)Features:
- HANDMADE PIXEL ART ANIMATION!
- BEAUTIFUL ATMOSPHERE OF THE ENVIRONMENT!
- METROIDVANIA LEVEL DESIGN (FIRST SERIES)
- GOTHIC HEAVY METAL – CHIPTUNE HYBRID SOUNDTRACK
- POWERFUL ABILITIES
- SIDE QUESTS
- HIDDEN PATH COMPUTERS
- INTERESTING MINI BOSSES!
- UNIQUE MONSTER BOSSES!



