All of us will eventually struggle with grief. It can originate from a wide range of sources and take on diverse forms. Tales of Kenzera: Zau, the debut game from Surgent Studios (founded by Abubakar Salim), is a 2.5D story-driven action-exploration game that explores how love gives us the strength to move on after a devastating loss. Tales of Kenzera ZAU Release Date is April 23, 2024, and will be available on the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog! (Only available with Premium and Extra PlayStation Plus memberships).
This implies that there will be no additional fee for all PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers to access the game at launch. For those who are unaware, Tales of Kenzera: Zau is a 2.5D Metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and combat with lots of combat. According to a recent post on the PlayStation Blog, the game is all about embracing grief in all of its forms and learning how love gives us the strength to move on in the wake of tragic loss.
Tales of Kenzera Zau Release Date
Tales of Kenzera ZAU Release Date is set for Tuesday, April 23, 2024. It will be accessible on PC through the EA app, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and Playstation will also be able to play Tales of Kenzera Zau.
Tales of Kenzera Zau is currently available for pre-order on any of those platforms. By doing so, you can get several benefits, such as a 10% discount, different visual effects, the ability to unlock in-game skills, and a digital companion comic. Additionally, as of February 5, 2024, a Tales of Kenzera Zau demo can be downloaded from Steam.
There is an active Discord server run by Surgent. The development team can be reached via the Tales of Kenzera Zau Discord channel, where you can also stay informed about any updates regarding the platformer game.
Tales of Kenzera Zau Story
In Tales of Kenzera Zau, a young shaman named Zau laments the death of his father. Zau decides to travel to bargain with the God of Death directly to bring his father, or Baba, back. To become a worthy Nganga, or spiritual healer, Zau must confront his feelings and learn to accept the power of love while coming to terms with death and loss. The story is about “discovering how love gives us the courage to press on after a devastating loss,” according to the official Tales of Kenzera Zau website, and it draws inspiration from actor Abubakar Salim’s grieving process.
Zau Gameplay Trailer
Players have commanded Zau a young Amandla warrior-shaman who is on a mission to find Kalunga, the God of Death. Zau’s motivation is to raise his deceased father back from the afterlife.
Zau ventures through Kenzera, a mystical realm inspired by Bantu folklore, wielding two potent masks infused with the cosmic energies of the sun and the moon. In this captivating journey, Zau confronts formidable ancestral spirits and navigates challenging platforming obstacles in search of the elusive three mighty beings evading the God of Death.
Throughout his odyssey, Zau uncovers and masters new formidable abilities and skills, aiming to become a worthy Nganga and reclaim his lost Baba. These newfound powers include devastating Spirit Attacks such as the formidable Lunar Beam blast, capable of annihilating adversaries with the Moon Mask, and the engulfing fire Supernova, which scorches nearby enemies with Shamanistic fire using the Sun Mask.
Tales of Kenzera Zau Gameplay
Tales of Kenzera Zau’s gameplay is reminiscent of classic side-scrolling action games. The game also includes visually stunning 2.5D environments and an enchanting soundtrack by UK composer Nainita Desai. In rhythmic battles, players use the sun and moon’s special powers to fight various spirits. These spirits range from ordinary soldiers to powerful beings such as the Impundulu and GaGorib.
Characters, Gameplay, and Platforms
Using various masks, players can freeze enemies in time or unleash devastating attacks. As you explore the game’s universe, which is inspired by Bantu stories, you will discover a world full of ancient shamans and mythical creatures.
Conclusion
Tales of Kenzera ZAU Release Date date on April 23, 2024, delves deeply into the human experience of grief, exploring how love can help us move forward. Through Zau’s captivating story, players embark on a moving journey, confronting loss, mastering formidable abilities, and discovering the human spirit’s resilience.
