It Looks Like Kena: Bridge of Spirits Is Heading to New Platforms | Push Square
23.04.2024 - 09:08
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Ember Lab will seemingly be spreading its wings for pastures new in the future as a new ESRB rating all but confirms an Xbox Series X|S version of Kena: Bridge of Spirits is in the works. First released for the PS5, PS4, and PC in September 2021, the Xbox port could bring up to three years of console exclusivity to an end. Ember Lab developed and put the indie game out itself, so no publishing ties with Sony have been cut despite how much the platform holder marketed it.
While we've heard very little from the developer since the launch of the game, it was confirmed it took Ember Lab just one month to recoup its production costs and begin turning a profit. With the game now readily available on PS Plus Extra, it can secure a new revenue stream on Xbox hardware.
In our Kena: Bridge of Spirits PS5 review, we awarded the game a 7/10 and shared praise for its wonderful visuals, fun combat, and engaging side activities. «Despite borrowing from all manner of modern hits, Kena: Bridge of Spirits just about stands on its own. The wonderful visuals and music leave a strong impression, while the gameplay is simple but enjoyable.»
Liam grew up with a PlayStation controller in his hands and a love for Metal Gear Solid. Nowadays, he can be found playing the latest and greatest PS5 games as well as supporting Derby County. That last detail is his downfall.
Good game, glad it's moving to other platforms. Personally, I believe it would do wonderfully on Nintendo systems.
Excellent. I enjoyed this game and the more players can enjoy it the better!
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Played it on PS+, got extremely bored after an hour.
Might of been considered a good game 20 years ago.
Well deserved! I really liked this game.
Controls were a little stiff but the game was fun.
Enjoyed this game. Some tricky combat in places too.
I bought it at launch but couldn't get into it. Might go back and give i another chance. Most likely will be launched on game pass
@TrickyDicky99 There are a lot of great games from 20 years ago that are still great games today.
Why port this to XBOX instead of Switch? Unless Ember Lab got a paycheck for Gamepass, I don’t see them making much money off sales to XBOX owners.
Wicked game. Glad other gamers get to enjoy it.
Awesome game. Very impressive for a debut game from a new studio. Hope they find success over on Xbox and here's hoping we hear about whatever Ember Lab is up to next soon!
Maybe it’s a case of finding the right game at the right time, but I have nothing but fond memories of Kena. The overall presentation is outstanding and the character animation is superb, as is to be expected given the developer’s lineage. It’s also a bit of a wolf in sheep’s clothing, since after a fairly easy opening