Kena: Bridge of Spirits launches on Switch 2 in March 2026

Ember Lab has announced that its award-winning action-adventure game Kena: Bridge of Spirits will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on March 26, 2026, in North America, Europe, and Asia, with a release the previous day in Thailand. The port brings the 2021 title to Nintendo's hybrid console for the first time, allowing players to experience the story of a young spirit guide and her companions on the go.

The game, developed by the independent studio Ember Lab, originally debuted on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 in September 2021 before expanding to PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One in 2024. It earned critical acclaim, including wins for Best Independent Game and Best Debut Indie Game at The Game Awards 2021, and holds an 81 Metacritic score based on numerous reviews. Players control Kena, a spirit guide on a quest to the sacred Mountain Shrine in a forgotten village. The narrative unfolds in a vibrant, mysterious world filled with exploration, puzzle-solving, and fast-paced combat. Kena wields a magical staff for melee attacks, fires arrows, and commands the Rot, adorable yet powerful creatures that assist in battles and environmental...