The conclusion of Raziel and Kain’s conflict will come to modern PlayStation consoles early next month, when the remaster of a 2003 classic launches. We’re talking about Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered, which made an appearance during today’s PlayStation showcase.
“For the first and only time in the original series, players take control of both iconic protagonists. Experience the story from opposing perspectives as Raziel and Kain’s intertwined destinies collide. Each character brings a distinct viewpoint and abilities that shape both the story and gameplay.
This remaster preserves the soul of the original experience while refining visuals, controls, and camera design for modern audiences. Here’s a run down of what you can expect:
- Modern HD Graphics – Updated high-definition visuals applied across the entire experience
- Camera Upgrades – Right-stick camera control with full Y-axis movement augments the original fixed camera.
- Graphics and Camera Toggle – Instantly switch between remastered and original graphics at any point during gameplay, including Photo Mode
- World & Level Maps – Improved wayfinding to support exploration
- Character Skins – Unlockable skins drawn from across Legacy of Kain history, including Kain’s human noble form and Raziel’s vampiric appearance
- Photo Mode – Free camera controls, character poses, and instant skin swapping
- Lore & Archival Content – Lost levels, concept art, and lore articles fans have come to expect
Deluxe Edition: Deeper Into Nosgoth:
For this remaster, we pushed further than ever before with a Deluxe Edition, allowing us to explore the world and history of Legacy of Kain in even greater depth. The Deluxe Edition includes:
- Legacy of Kain: Dark Prophecy Demo – A playable demo of the canceled sequel to Defiance, offering a rare look at an unreleased chapter of the franchise
- Digital Comic Reader – Includes original Legacy of Kain tie-in comics, with one available in English for the first time, plus a brand-new cover for the Defiance comic by original artist Tyler Kirkham
Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered will be released onto PlayStation 4 and 5 on March 3rd.