Six years after Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin introduced players to its unusual combination of action-platforming and rice cultivation, the franchise is preparing to explore a new chapter. XSEED Games and developer Edelweiss have celebrated the game’s sixth anniversary with a brand-new trailer for Sakuna Chronicles: Kokorowa and the Gears of Creation, offering another look at the upcoming spin-off and its central character.
Originally announced in 2024, Kokorowa and the Gears of Creation marks the first entry in an expanding franchise based on the successful indie hit. This time, the spotlight shifts to Princess Kokorowa, the brilliant and inventive goddess who presides over wheels and inventions in the Lofty Realm. The latest trailer provides a closer look at the story surrounding her, introducing an assortment of original characters while also bringing back familiar faces, including Sakuna herself.
Beyond its character introductions, the footage offers a glimpse into Kokorowa’s past and the challenges that lie ahead for her and the other inhabitants of the Lofty Realm. With the spin-off placing a previously supporting character at the centre of its story, it provides an opportunity to explore another side of the world established in Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin.
Although the new trailer offers a better understanding of what awaits players, several important details remain under wraps. XSEED Games and Edelweiss have yet to announce the platforms or release window for Sakuna Chronicles: Kokorowa and the Gears of Creation, with additional information expected at a later date.
Fans looking to revisit the series can also check out the official Sakuna website for more information. There is also additional story content available through the web manga Sakuna Chronicles: Parting Clouds, which follows fan-favourite characters in the immediate aftermath of Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin.