SummarySpirit 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 Cross.Â
At present is the day I’ve been wanting ahead to for 5 years, the discharge day of our second recreation, Spirit of the North 2. To have a good time its launch, I’d like to share the story behind how (and why) we made this recreation.
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 surroundings 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 get pleasure from, and that remained true via all my work. However how might my experience in snow, ice, and environments be delivered to life in a online game?
The reply got here throughout a vacation in ReykjavÃk, Iceland.
The Fox Leads The Method
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 turned sentinels guarding secret passageways. Geysers turned dynamic obstacles. The glaciers turned 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 proper tug on the entire threads, on all of those concepts, to carry every part collectively.
Story and Attract
Spirit of the North grew from these artifacts: a fox’s journey via scarred landscapes, the place gamers uncover tales of battle, misplaced spirituality, and environmental spoil, not via dialogue, however via 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 excess of a recreation to me. Its world is an extension of myself, my workforce, and encapsulates every part that conjures up and uplifts us. We hope that it’s story, music, and surroundings 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
☆☆☆☆☆
4
★★★★★
$29.99
$25.49
Embrace the Aurora, Save the Guardians.
In an historic world left in spoil, embark on the journey of an remoted fox removed from residence. With the assistance of a clever Raven companion, search out the misplaced legendary guardians and launch them from the grasp of the darkish shaman Grimnir.
A VAST OPEN WORLD
Roam freely via an unlimited and historic 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, via snow-capped peaks and to darkish & historic crypts to avoid wasting the misplaced guardians.
EXTENSIVE CUSTOMIZATION
Tailor your fox’s look and abilities to fit your playstyle, making every playthrough distinctive.
ANCIENT GUARDIANS
Face off in opposition to formidable foes as you save the legendary guardian beasts in thrilling, puzzle-based encounters.
