Kena: Bridge of Spirits

 PlayStation 5
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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1291 Ratings

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  1. junaidmanji
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    Such a beautiful, engaging and challenging game. Going through my first playthrough on Master difficulty and enjoying every moment of it. One of the best games played in recent years!
  2. RGames2k
    Sep 7, 2023
    7
    اللعبة رائعه
    القصه غير محمسه ولكن القيم بلاي جيد
    الشخصيات جيده
    الجرافيكس جيد

    اللعبه جيده
  3. NeverCasual
    Sep 3, 2023
    9
    Increadible, overlooked game with an amazing story... and surprisingly challenging!

    The characters are well written and as you confront their fears, you will also understand the desperate measures they took to avoid the fate of the village/their loved ones. The quality of the cutscenes on another level enhancing the game experience even more. Not even AAA studios currently hold a candle    Increadible, overlooked game with an amazing story... and surprisingly challenging!

    The characters are well written and as you confront their fears, you will also understand the desperate measures they took to avoid the fate of the village/their loved ones. The quality of the cutscenes on another level enhancing the game experience even more. Not even AAA studios currently hold a candle to that. Since Emberlab started out as a film studio, it is not really surprising that they pulled this off.

    Gameplay varies between exploration (platforming, puzzle solving) and melee/bow combat. The cute minions make exploration a somewhat fullfilling, joyful experience highlighting how important a decent compagnion system can be. The combat on the other hand is punishing as hell. Even on normal difficulty the game heavily punishes mistakes. Enemy moves are strongly choreographed but missing the parry/dodge window is punishing as hell.
    "Master difficulty" is absolutely no joke in this game btw. If you're going for all trophies you'll experience a massive difficulty spike, well above Soulsborne/Sekiro difficulty due to the nature of some fights. The boss encounter themselves are not that difficult, as many things are choreographed clearly. Yet adding adds to boss encounters that hit you for 70%+ hp and lowering your courage (basically an action bar for special abilities or healing) can make many encounters an absolute nightmare. The camera often becomes your biggest enemy in those encounters as you sometimes can only track 1-2 out of 3+ adds and more often than not get hit from behind.
    If they had reduced the spawnrate and instead added an additional mechanic, it would have been a solid 10/10 for me. If you're subscribed to PS Plus Extra I'd definitely recommend this game to you, even over the AAA titles there :)    … Expand
  4. Giwon
    Sep 2, 2023
    9
    이 전에는 볼 수 없었던 압도적으로 아름다운 그래픽만으로도 플레이할 가치가 충분히 있는 게임이다. 이 뿐만 아니라 퍼즐과 전투, 스토리, 수집요소, 챌린지까지 모든 Contents가 부족함이 없었다. 하지만 동화같은 그래픽과는 달리 난이도 있는 전투가 호불호의 요소로 다가올 것 같으나, 오히려 소울 게임을 입문하기 좋은(?) 게임일 수도 있을 것이다. 이 게임 제작사의 다음 작품이 기대되는 좋은 신호탄의 게임이다.

    This game is worth to play with only overwhelmingly beautiful graphics that I haven't been seen before. And all contents (combat, puzzles, story,    이 전에는 볼 수 없었던 압도적으로 아름다운 그래픽만으로도 플레이할 가치가 충분히 있는 게임이다. 이 뿐만 아니라 퍼즐과 전투, 스토리, 수집요소, 챌린지까지 모든 Contents가 부족함이 없었다. 하지만 동화같은 그래픽과는 달리 난이도 있는 전투가 호불호의 요소로 다가올 것 같으나, 오히려 소울 게임을 입문하기 좋은(?) 게임일 수도 있을 것이다. 이 게임 제작사의 다음 작품이 기대되는 좋은 신호탄의 게임이다.

    This game is worth to play with only overwhelmingly beautiful graphics that I haven't been seen before. And all contents (combat, puzzles, story, collectibles, challenges) is good. Unlike fairy tale graphics, difficult battles come as elements of likes and dislikes, but it could be good to start soul-like games. This game makes me expect next game that this studio will make.    … Expand
  5. ferycolection
    Sep 2, 2023
    8
    Nice story. Could be better in game play. Short campaign .OKAY game at all.
  6. Lastnight1
    Aug 22, 2023
    6
    This game is a good game but sometime it will be dull,ı most love boss fight in this game because most enemy is same so it is boring .if you don't like a animation things ,you mustn't play
  7. P-Daniele
    Aug 15, 2023
    8
    questo titolo soffre di qualche limitazione dovuto al essere realizzato da uno studio che è partito direttamente a fare come primo gioco un titolo estremamente ambizioso.
    riuscendo sotto molti aspetti a creare un prodotto estremamente valido, ma che in alcune occasioni si nota che lo studio doveva fare un po più d'esperienza.
    partiamo dalle qualità dello studio, ovvero fare animazioni,    questo titolo soffre di qualche limitazione dovuto al essere realizzato da uno studio che è partito direttamente a fare come primo gioco un titolo estremamente ambizioso.
    riuscendo sotto molti aspetti a creare un prodotto estremamente valido, ma che in alcune occasioni si nota che lo studio doveva fare un po più d'esperienza.
    partiamo dalle qualità dello studio, ovvero fare animazioni, riuscendo in pieno a trasportare quella loro qualità nel gioco, e riuscendo quindi a raccontare una piacevole storia.
    il titolo è strutturato in una mappa dove alcune parti ci saranno precluse fino a quando non otterremo certe abilità o oggetti.
    e ci saranno davvero tanti piccoli luoghi segreti da trovare per ottenere i varie collezionabili e potenziamenti.
    un po meno riuscita invece il fatto che le due zone più grosse offriranno la stessa identica struttura, cambiando la narrazione, sarebbe stato meglio riuscire a differenziare anche come tipo di attività differenti.
    mente la parte ludica sarà strutturata in due fasi quella dei combattimenti, e quella più platform.
    entrambe specialmente nelle fasi più complessi vengono un po depotenziati dalla inesperienza dello studio, dato che la protagonista avrà delle animazioni non agilissime.
    nei combattimenti capiterà di trovarsi di fronte un nemico con lo scudo e non avere il tempo materiale per distruggerlo, e appunto questo lo si noterà negli scontri più difficili o nelle sfide a tempo dove un errore potrebbe precludere la buona riuscita della sfida.
    mentre nelle parti più platform in particolare in una certa sfida a tempo noteremo tutti i limiti delle animazioni, vedendo la protagonista cadere innumerevoli volte.
    fortunatamente queste problematiche sono circoscritte a poche situazioni, ma si spera che per un futuro nuovo progetto siano migliorate.
    per il resto il titolo offre una sfida davvero elevata, forse anche troppo in alcune situazioni, ma che nel suo complesso riesce a regalare delle sfide belle impegnative da superare.
    le piccole creature che accompagneranno il viaggio della protagonista invece forse le si potevano usare un po meglio.
    nei combattimenti serviranno solo a rendere vulnerabili alcune cose, o per potenziare alcuni attacchi.
    mentre nel esplorazione serviranno a spostare qualche oggetto e poco altro.
    il titolo comunque nel complesso si concretizza in una bellissima esperienza.
    in un mondo dove i platform adventure vengono sempre più spesso dimenticati, questo gioco ci offre un più che valido gioco, con qualche piccola limitazione qua e la
    voto 83    … Expand
  8. erfanmova
    Jul 28, 2023
    10
    The goaaat!
    Every element in this game is at it's best shape. Hope the Emberl Lap make more and more gams:)
  9. Xyle
    Jul 20, 2023
    9
    I haven't played a game this good in a very long time. Graphically stunning and a game that doesn't waste my time with repetitive busy work. The protagonist Kena is very cute, which is a nice bonus. Collectibles that I actually want to collect as they make Kena stronger by giving her more health or abilities. A story that is very enjoyable and doesn't overstay its welcome. Just an amazingI haven't played a game this good in a very long time. Graphically stunning and a game that doesn't waste my time with repetitive busy work. The protagonist Kena is very cute, which is a nice bonus. Collectibles that I actually want to collect as they make Kena stronger by giving her more health or abilities. A story that is very enjoyable and doesn't overstay its welcome. Just an amazing game. The only misstep the game has is in its final boss. It's not very good in the way the fight is designed, it's one of those multistage fights where if you die its all the way back to the beginning. Also the only way to damage it is by hitting weak points. Which runs contrary to all the other better designed bosses that came before it. A black eye at the end of an otherwise flawless game. Giving the game a 9/10 although the game is more of a 9.5/10 and one that I also highly recommend. Kena: Bridge of Spirits is an easy top 10 game for me.… Expand
  10. Warrior_of_Doom
    Jul 19, 2023
    9
    The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game
    and the overall experience.
  11. Tintler
    Jul 15, 2023
    5
    Oyunun grafikleri ve animasyonları kaliteli. Konusu, müzikleri, dövüş mekanikleriyse vasat. Ortalama bir oyun olmuş diyebilirim. Oyun kısa olmasına rağmen biraz sıkılarak oynadığımı belirtmek isterim.
  12. JoseCal
    Jul 11, 2023
    7
    I think it’s okay. Honestly, it’s very repetitive and the graphics could have been a bit better. The story was very weak, but at least the gameplay was smooth and quite enjoyable.
  13. RedPebbles
    Jun 28, 2023
    8
    This is a game that is well balanced, good story, great asthetics and world, and cute companions, that is deceptively hard with really deep combat (I'm a souls series veteran, and it was still very challenging). Some of the puzzles are also engaging and challenging - i needed to look up some solutions online.

    Will recomend to anyone up for a challenge.

    Its much more than meets the eye.
  14. timquo
    Jun 26, 2023
    0
    Visually Stunning but Lacks Substance
    "Kena: Bridge of Spirits" impresses with its beautiful art-style and enchanting music. However, the gameplay falls short, feeling repetitive and lacking innovation. The platforming mechanics are solid but fail to evolve throughout the game. The lack of variety in challenges and level design makes it monotonous. The characters and story lack depth and    Visually Stunning but Lacks Substance
    "Kena: Bridge of Spirits" impresses with its beautiful art-style and enchanting music. However, the gameplay falls short, feeling repetitive and lacking innovation. The platforming mechanics are solid but fail to evolve throughout the game. The lack of variety in challenges and level design makes it monotonous. The characters and story lack depth and originality, failing to develop meaningful personalities or deliver a compelling narrative. Despite its shortcomings, the game still provides moments of joy and wonder through exploration and puzzle-solving. However, the overall experience is overshadowed by underwhelming gameplay and storytelling. For those prioritizing visuals and atmosphere, "Kena: Bridge of Spirits" may appeal, but it leaves players wanting more in terms of engagement and fulfillment.    … Expand
  15. danar
    Sep 23, 2021
    10
    متعة العين لعبة المناظر جميلة جدا و القصه حلوه و من اجمل العاب اني مقبق ....
  16. HansiH
    Jun 22, 2023
    4
    Nice graphics with cute scripted scenes and characters, but clunky and frustrating gameplay. Fights are mostly scripted without any variation in finding alternative solutions. Guess if you're into these kind of thirds person hack & slay games you can enjoy it. I'm not and playing the first 5h was no joy. After reading reviews saying it becomes even more frustrating lateron, I gave up.
  17. Giero
    Jun 22, 2023
    8
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  18. juniortiger
    Jun 21, 2023
    10
    I love this game and lot action game and graphic amazing and story amazing and good day
  19. danield80
    Jun 10, 2023
    8
    I'm glad that this game, unlike many other, runs on the PS5 with a stable framerate. Kena BoS is graphically beautiful, has a good story and good bossfights that don't feel all the same and overall gives relaxing feelings even though the difficulty of the game is above today's consoomer standards.

    The unconventional player movement and minor directorial decisions are small drawbacks of    I'm glad that this game, unlike many other, runs on the PS5 with a stable framerate. Kena BoS is graphically beautiful, has a good story and good bossfights that don't feel all the same and overall gives relaxing feelings even though the difficulty of the game is above today's consoomer standards.

    The unconventional player movement and minor directorial decisions are small drawbacks of this game. Nonetheless, for a debut title of a non-AAA studio, Kena did a great job.    … Expand
  20. alex82101
    Jun 10, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. KENA: Bridge of Spirits is a heartwarming game about dealing with grief, guilt, and bonds between people. The game's graphics are very pleasant to look at, being very similar to the style of Disney/Pixar movies. Combat is very fast-paced and Souls-like. The highlight of this game is definitely the story and the combat but the music and graphics shine as well. This one definitely has the potential for a sequel and I am sure there are a lot of fans who are eagerly waiting for one Collapse… Expand
  21. Nando2k2
    Jun 6, 2023
    7
    The game gets old fast; same platforming, collectible hunting, etc. The bosses are difficult. The parry system is horrible. Despite this, it is a fun game, sometimes, with a linear storyline and awesome animation. I wouldn’t spend full price, rather get it in a sale.
  22. Dayvidhd
    May 27, 2023
    9
    a unica coisa que não me fez da pelo menos 9.5 pra esse jogo foi so o começo, achei meio lento e sem quase nenhum boss, quanto ao final e incrivel. vale muito a pena jogar. que jogo bonitinho e divertido!
  23. Evac1996
    May 22, 2023
    7
    I like the game, for an indie game its awsome, great features with the dualsense, good gameplay mechanics, and ok history
  24. Wieland
    May 22, 2023
    8
    Kena was one of the first games I played on the ps 5. This is a great game, with an original world, an interesting atypical plot, with an amazing visual (after all, the animators did the game) and visual stylistics, and excellent music, and in dramatic moments especially the music is brilliant. I think that the first and main thing that attracts in the game is the plot and the mainKena was one of the first games I played on the ps 5. This is a great game, with an original world, an interesting atypical plot, with an amazing visual (after all, the animators did the game) and visual stylistics, and excellent music, and in dramatic moments especially the music is brilliant. I think that the first and main thing that attracts in the game is the plot and the main character, on the one hand, and on the other hand the visual style, which just exactly corresponds to the fabulousness of the world. But with all the fabulousness, the game is not at all childish, at times it reaches the true drama. As for the gameplay, this is the most primitive part of the game, which is simply given not to interfere and give the minimum possible to exist in the created world. Considering that the game was made by animators, the emphasis is of course on visual and setting. Although, from the second half, the gameplay is also revealed, archery is added, a variety of skills in the action game. Separately, I would like to note the support of dualsense. Archery on dualsense is simply amazing, you just physically feel and hear how the bowstring is pulled, thanks to the support of adaptive triggers. Great job. I am sure that Kena is a pen test for developers. With all the advantages, I see more great potential in this game than a perfect performance. The plot is still not fully disclosed and has a more episodic character, the main character is interesting, but also not fully disclosed, the gameplay is primitive, the riddles are mostly simple. I am definitely waiting for the second part, where the game will be fully revealed, and then it will be 10 out of 10… Expand
  25. pelota18
    May 19, 2023
    5
    meeeeeh... Not amazing! A game with good ideas and decent story, beautiful, but very repetitive.
  26. Lokendens
    May 14, 2023
    6
    The game is ok, but I have not finished it because I got bored after 3 hours.

    Most of the game is combat and solving puzzles. The puzzles are fine, but the combat feels super unsatisfying. From the hits in animation that just go through the oponent like a lightsaber to unsatisfying sound design when fighting. There is no punch and crunch. There are a lot of side activities but in the end    The game is ok, but I have not finished it because I got bored after 3 hours.

    Most of the game is combat and solving puzzles. The puzzles are fine, but the combat feels super unsatisfying. From the hits in animation that just go through the oponent like a lightsaber to unsatisfying sound design when fighting. There is no punch and crunch. There are a lot of side activities but in the end they dont give tou any rewards except for money you can spend on buyng hats for your little sweet friends. This made me stop even going for the sidequests since I dont really care for that.

    The game looks great and the animations are superb, but the overall gameplay left me unsatisfied.    … Expand
  27. manakin_90
    May 12, 2023
    9
    This game has heart. And so much of it. I felt in love since the first minutes of game. Even if the game itself it’s not super long, this is one of the games that I most enjoied playing in the last year. And, being the first game of this studio, wonderful work. I cannot wait to see what they will do in the future!
  28. Dathmach
    May 9, 2023
    6
    While the game has excellent visuals, the rest of the experience feels hollow with a lackluster story and uninspiring gameplay
  29. realhamidreza
    May 9, 2023
    8
    If you are looking for a good feeling, this game is exactly what you are looking for. Everything in this game is wonderful, it has a lot to say, and it entertains you well with its challenges during the game.
  30. Quadity
    May 8, 2023
    10
    An open world game that slowly opens up in a satisfying way through puzzles and challenges. Truly amazing! Enjoyed every second, the music is great, characters are endearing, the combat is actually challenging and fun and the world is absolutely mesmerizing. 10/10!
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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 82 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 71 out of 82
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 82
  3. Negative: 0 out of 82
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 18, 2022
    80
    Kena is a playful and beautiful adventure, but it does not bring any breathtaking innovation. But it has the potential to take you to a fairy tale and let you experience the story of a young girl, which is a balanced experience.
  2. CD-Action
    Jan 19, 2022
    90
    Ember Lab didn’t try to reinvent the wheel. Instead the developers opted for tried and true mechanics that entertained us time and again in many action adventure games, and mixed them in an almost perfect way. The beginning might be a little slow, but when Kena: Bridge of Spirits gains momentum, it becomes truly great. It’s hard for me to point out any significant flaws apart from overall lack of originality. What a debut! [12/2021, p.74]
  3. Impulsegamer
    Oct 28, 2021
    100
    Kena: Bridge of Spirits should take most gamers around 10 to 12 hours to complete, depending on the amount of exploring and the level of difficulty. While the blockbusters games of 2021 continue to deliver the same ho-hum experience of 2021, Kena is a much needed ray of sunshine to the current choices of titles available and more importantly, looks fantastic on the PlayStation 5.
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