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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 on the market on Recreation Move.
At present is the day I’ve been trying 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 basic supervisor for an ice sculpting firm. I’d all the time loved creating areas for folks to get pleasure from, and that remained true by all my work. However how may my experience in snow, ice, and environments be dropped at life in a online game?
The reply got here throughout a vacation in Reykjavík, Iceland.
The Fox Leads The Means
Iceland’s landscapes surprised me: volcanic rock fields, glacial lagoons, geothermal swimming pools, and basalt columns that regarded designed by nature. In all places 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 after I later found a e book 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 kind 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 deliver all the pieces collectively.
Story and Attract
Spirit of the North grew from these artifacts: a fox’s journey by scarred landscapes, the place gamers uncover tales of warfare, misplaced spirituality, and environmental smash, not by dialogue, however by 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 sport to me. Its world is an extension of myself, my staff, and encapsulates all the pieces that evokes and uplifts us. We hope that it’s story, music, and setting create wonderment for you. Thanks all the time. Spirit of the North 2 is on the market 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 smash, embark on the journey of an remoted fox removed from residence. With the assistance of a sensible 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 by an unlimited and historical open world, wealthy with long-forgotten historical past. Discover distinctive and visually charming 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 snow-capped peaks and to darkish & historical crypts to save lots of 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.
