Kena: Scars of Kosmora sequel announced for PS5 and PC

The beloved indie hit gets a sequel with an older Kena exploring the mysterious island of Kosmora. Her staff breaks, forcing her to master new alchemy-based powers and bond with elemental spirit companions in 2025.

Ember Lab has announced Kena: Scars of Kosmora, a sequel to the critically acclaimed Kena: Bridge of Spirits, during Thursday's PlayStation State of Play. The action-adventure game will launch in 2025 for PlayStation 5 and PC, according to the studio's official announcement.

An older Kena's new journey

"In Kena: Scars of Kosmora, Kena is older and renowned as a Spirit Guide," according to the game's synopsis. "In hopes of finding answers to the affliction she has endured all her life, Kena travels to the mysterious island of Kosmora." The island is described as home to distinct cultures and regions, filled with buried secrets from a tragic past.

The story takes a dramatic turn when Kena encounters a powerful spirit that fractures her staff—a spirit guide's primary tool for helping and communing with spirits. With her staff also keeping her alive, Kena must adapt to survive. She learns Kosmora's forgotten form of Spirit Guiding, which uses Alchemy to manipulate elemental powers.

New elemental spirit companions

A significant addition to the sequel involves "elemental spirit companions," which Ember Lab describes as "charming buddies that travel with you, grow over time, and unlock new powers as your bond deepens." Each spirit connects to a different element and links to other spirits throughout Kosmora's world.

"We revealed one Spirit so far, but we have only scratched the surface. There's much more we are saving for later!" the studio said. This suggests players can expect multiple companion types with distinct abilities tied to various elements.

Building on Bridge of Spirits' success

The original Kena: Bridge of Spirits launched in September 2021 for PS5, PS4, and PC, later arriving on Xbox in 2024. Critics praised the game, with Metacritic scores of 81 for PS5 and 83 for PC versions. The game was noted for combining "exploration with fast-paced combat" alongside a "stunning visual aesthetic."

Ember Lab, founded in 2009 by brothers Josh and Mike Grier, began as an animation studio before developing their first major game with the original Kena. The studio's animation background clearly influenced the series' distinctive visual style.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Kena: Scars of Kosmora release?

Kena: Scars of Kosmora is scheduled to release in 2025 for PlayStation 5 and PC, according to Ember Lab's announcement during PlayStation State of Play.

What platforms will Kena: Scars of Kosmora be on?

The game will be available on PlayStation 5 and PC. Unlike the original game, no PlayStation 4 or Xbox versions have been announced.

Who is developing Kena: Scars of Kosmora?

Ember Lab, the studio behind the original Kena: Bridge of Spirits, is developing the sequel. The company was founded by brothers Josh and Mike Grier.

What are elemental spirit companions?

These are new gameplay features described as "charming buddies" that travel with Kena, grow over time, and unlock new powers as bonds deepen. Each connects to different elements.

How much will Kena: Scars of Kosmora cost in UAE?

UAE pricing has not been announced yet. Ember Lab has only confirmed the game's 2025 release window and platforms during the State of Play presentation.