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Kernel Hearts vs Path of Exile 2
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| shopping_cart Where to Buy | |
| info General Information | |
| Release Date | |
| Sep 17, 2026 | Dec 6, 2024 |
| Developer | |
| Ephemera Games | Grinding Gear Games |
| Publisher | |
| Whitethorn Games | Grinding Gear Games |
| Genre(s) | |
| Action RPG, Roguelike, Hack and Slash, Co-Op | Action Role-Playing (Action RPG), Hack and Slash, Loot-based |
| Engine | |
| Unreal Engine 5 | Proprietary Next-Generation Engine |
| stars Ratings & Price | |
| Content Rating | |
| Teen | Rating Pending (Expected M - Mature 17+) |
| Avg. User Rating | |
| 4.6 / 5.0 | 4.7 / 5.0 |
| Current Price (USD) | |
| $19.99 | $29.99 |
| tune Key Specs | |
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Combines aerial combos, parries, elemental Kernel Chips, passive memory upgrades, and super-powered Magical Girl Transformations. |
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| public World & Exploration | |
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The Tower of Babel features procedural vertical sectors: Ashen Foyer, Sunken Cloisters, Gilded Spires, and Celestial Apex. |
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| book Story & Characters | |
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Features 1 to 4 player online drop-in/drop-out co-op with dynamic enemy scaling, team revives, and global speedrun leaderboards. |
The game supports online co-operative play for up to six players. A new feature for the sequel is full couch co-op support on all platforms, allowing two players to play together on a single screen. |
| extension Editions & DLC | |
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Standard Edition ($19.99 USD) includes the full game; Digital Deluxe Edition ($29.99 USD) adds the digital soundtrack, artbook, and celestial weapon skins. |
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| Post-Launch Content / DLC | |
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Roadmap outlines free seasonal tower floors, additional M.A.H.O.U. operatives, an Endless Boss Rush mode, and cosmetic crossover outfits. |
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| Graphics & Visual Fidelity | |
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Rendered in Unreal Engine 5 with vibrant cel-shaded anime models, dynamic volumetric lighting, and dramatic transformation VFX. |
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| Audio & Soundtrack | |
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High-octane electronic synth-rock and melodic metal soundtrack with full English and Japanese voice acting for all operatives. |
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| User Interface (UI/UX) | |
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Anime-cyberpunk HUD featuring health/overdrive gauges, combo hit counters, active Kernel Chip slots, and floor minimap. |
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| Accessibility Options | |
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Includes difficulty modifiers, damage intake scaling, auto-combo toggles, colorblind filters, and full controller remapping. |
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| video_library Media Links | |
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| launchWatch | launchWatch |
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| launchView | launchView |
| settings_applications System Requirements | |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (High Preset, 1080p/1440p @ 60-120 FPS) CPU: Prevents combat stutters. CPU (Laptop): Ensures smooth transformation animations. GPU: Powers high settings and lighting. GPU (Laptop): Handles max settings on mobile displays. RAM: Prevents asset streaming hitches. Storage: Eliminates floor load times. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-10700 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5700 (8 GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile (6 GB, 95W TGP) layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 15 GB available space (NVMe SSD) | — |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Official EA) (High Preset, 1080p resolution.) CPU: The official recommended desktop CPU for a smooth experience. CPU (Laptop): A strong mid-range laptop CPU is recommended for consistent performance. GPU: Official recommended desktop GPU for 1080p gameplay. GPU (Laptop): A mid-range gaming laptop GPU is needed for a high-quality 1080p experience. RAM: 16GB RAM is officially recommended for optimal performance. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-10500 or AMD Ryzen 5 3700X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 or AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB, High TGP). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 100 GB available space (SSD Required) |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Low/Medium Preset, 1080p @ 60 FPS) CPU: Handles game logic and AI. CPU (Laptop): Quad/six-core mobile processor. GPU: Baseline 1080p 60 FPS rendering. GPU (Laptop): Delivers steady 1080p 60 FPS. RAM: Minimum operational memory. Storage: Standard game install. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9750H / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 580 (8 GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-10300H / AMD Ryzen 5 4600H laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile (4 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5500M layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 15 GB available space (HDD/SSD) | — |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Official EA) (Low Preset, 1080p resolution.) CPU: The official minimum CPU to run the game in Early Access. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPUs for minimum playability. GPU: Official minimum desktop GPU. GPU (Laptop): An entry-level dedicated gaming laptop GPU is needed for minimum settings. RAM: 8GB RAM is the official minimum requirement. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-7700 or AMD Ryzen 5 2500X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 (4GB) or AMD Radeon RX 470 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-9750H / AMD Ryzen 7 3750H or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB) or equivalent. layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 100 GB available space (SSD Required) |
| 1440p (QHD/2K) - Enthusiast (Max Quality Preset, 1440p @ 144 FPS) CPU: Sustains high framerates. CPU (Laptop): Desktop-grade mobile consistency. GPU: Native QHD rendering at max settings. GPU (Laptop): Desktop-class 1440p performance. RAM: High bandwidth ensures fast streaming. Storage: Instant room and floor generation. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-12600K / AMD Ryzen 7 5700X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12 GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-13700H / AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile (8 GB, 140W TGP) layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 15 GB NVMe PCIe SSD | — |
| 2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultra (Ultra Quality Preset, 4K (2160p) @ 120 FPS) CPU: Eliminates bottlenecks in 4-player co-op. CPU (Laptop): Flagship mobile processor. GPU: Immense rasterization throughput for 4K. GPU (Laptop): Drives native 4K external displays. RAM: Ample headroom for uncompressed 4K. Storage: Sub-second load times throughout runs. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-13700K / AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (16 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX (24 GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-14900HX / AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16 GB, 175W TGP) layersRAM: 32 GB saveStorage (Tier): 15 GB NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD | — |
| save Overall Storage | |
| Spec: 15 GB available space Note: SSD recommended for fast procedural floor generation. Type: Unknown | Spec: 100 GB available space (SSD Required) Note: An SSD is a mandatory requirement for the game to handle asset streaming and loading efficiently. Type: SSD |
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| Spec: Windows 10 / Windows 11 (64-bit) Explanation: 64-bit Windows required for DirectX 12. | Spec: Windows 10/11 64-bit Explanation: A modern 64-bit operating system is required. |
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| Spec: DirectX Version 12 Explanation: Required for dynamic lighting and particle VFX. | N/A |
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