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Spirit of the North 2 is out now for Xbox Collection X|SLead Developer Tayler Christensen explores discovering inspiration for the sequel and bringing extra of the sport’s imaginative and prescient to the world.The prequel, Spirit of the North, is out there on Recreation Move.
In the present day is the day I’ve been wanting ahead to for 5 years, the discharge day of our second sport, Spirit of the North 2. To rejoice its launch, I’d like to share the story behind how (and why) we made this sport.
A Huge World, A Tiny Hero
Again in 2016, I used to be at a crossroads. I used to be an structure graduate coaching in 3D setting artwork, however I used to be additionally working as a common supervisor for an ice sculpting firm. I’d at all times loved creating areas for folks to take pleasure in, and that remained true by way of all my work. However how may my experience in snow, ice, and environments be delivered to life in a online game?
The reply got here throughout a vacation in Reykjavík, Iceland.
The Fox Leads The Manner
Iceland’s landscapes surprised me: volcanic rock fields, glacial lagoons, geothermal swimming pools, and basalt columns that appeared designed by nature. All over the place I turned, I had the inspiration I used to be on the lookout for. Stone grew to become sentinels guarding secret passageways. Geysers grew to become dynamic obstacles. The glaciers grew to become slides with hidden chambers misplaced to time. Even the folklore seeped into my creativeness, particularly once I later found a guide about Tulikettu.
The Tulikettu is what the Finnish name a fox whose tail sparks within the air, sending flames to drift to the sky and type the Northern Lights, (Or The Revontulet, the ‘Fox Fires’ because the Finnish name them). This enigmatic little creature encapsulated the essence of awe, one thing I felt in these nordic landscapes. The thought of an Aurora touched fox that roams the lands, therapeutic spirits and being this guardian of nordic tradition was the right tug on the entire threads, on all of those concepts, to carry the whole lot collectively.
Story and Attract
Spirit of the North grew from these artifacts: a fox’s journey by way of scarred landscapes, the place gamers uncover tales of conflict, misplaced spirituality, and environmental damage, not by way of dialogue, however by way of exploration. The sequel expands this imaginative and prescient, with richer lore, deeper mysteries, and guardians like the sad Stag and the brooding Raven, every hiding tales of their very own.
Spirit of the North is way over a sport to me. Its world is an extension of myself, my workforce, and encapsulates the whole lot that conjures up and uplifts us. We hope that it’s story, music, and setting create wonderment for you. Thanks at all times. Spirit of the North 2 is out there now on Xbox Collection X|S.
Spirit of the North 2
Silver Lining Interactive
$29.99
$25.49
Embrace the Aurora, Save the Guardians.
In an historical world left in damage, embark on the journey of an remoted fox removed from house. With the assistance of a sensible Raven companion, hunt down the misplaced legendary guardians and launch them from the grasp of the darkish shaman Grimnir.
A VAST OPEN WORLD
Roam freely by way of an enormous and historical open world, wealthy with long-forgotten historical past. Discover distinctive and visually fascinating biomes, every with its personal challenges and secrets and techniques to uncover.
SEEK OUT POWERFUL RUNES
Uncover potent runes that improve your talents as your quest takes you from dense forests, by way of snow-capped peaks and to darkish & historical crypts to save lots of the misplaced guardians.
EXTENSIVE CUSTOMIZATION
Tailor your fox’s look and expertise to fit your playstyle, making every playthrough distinctive.
ANCIENT GUARDIANS
Face off towards formidable foes as you save the legendary guardian beasts in thrilling, puzzle-based encounters.
