Kernel Hearts
Kernel Hearts came out on September 17, 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2. It is developed by Ephemera Games and published by Whitethorn Games.
Last checked · Source: IGDB, official site
Key facts
- Release date
- September 17, 2026
- Platforms
- PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2
- Developer
- Ephemera Games
- Publisher
- Whitethorn Games
- Genres
- Role-playing (RPG), Indie
- Links
- Official siteSteam
How much is Kernel Hearts?
$19.99
On Steam (US store).
Source: Steam, checked . Base game on Steam’s US store; editions, other platforms and other regions can be priced differently.
Kernel Hearts PC system requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | MinimumWindows 10 or Above | RecommendedWindows 10 or Above |
| Processor | MinimumIntel Core i7-9750H @ 2.60GHz or equivalent | RecommendedIntel Core i7-10700 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or equivalent |
| Memory | Minimum8 GB RAM | Recommended16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | MinimumNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or equivalent | RecommendedNVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / GTX 1660 Ti or equivalent |
| Storage | Minimum15 GB available space | Recommended15 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | MinimumMinimum specs target 1080p gameplay on Low/Medium settings. Performance may vary during online co-op. | RecommendedNot listed |
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- Languages (5)
- English, Japanese, Spanish - Latin America, Simplified Chinese, Traditional ChineseFull audio in Japanese
- On Steam for
- Windows
Source: Steam store page, checked . Requirements can change before and after launch; Steam’s page is the current word.
Trailer
About Kernel Hearts
Gather your allies. Eliminate Angels. Transform into a Magical Girl. Slay god. Kernel Hearts is a Multiplayer Co-Op Roguelike Action RPG about four magical girls and their attempt to save a world that's drowning in ashes
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Kernel Hearts: common questions
Answered from the data on this page: IGDB, last checked November 2, 2026, and Steam or other sources where an answer names them.
When did Kernel Hearts come out?
Kernel Hearts came out on September 17, 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2.
Is Kernel Hearts out yet?
Yes. Kernel Hearts came out on September 17, 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2.
How much does Kernel Hearts cost?
Kernel Hearts costs $19.99 on Steam (US store), as of November 2, 2026. Prices on other platforms and in other regions can differ.
What platforms is Kernel Hearts on?
Kernel Hearts is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2.
Is Kernel Hearts on PC?
Yes. PC is one of the confirmed platforms, alongside PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2.
What are the Kernel Hearts PC requirements?
Steam lists the minimum PC spec for Kernel Hearts as Intel Core i7-9750H @ 2.60GHz or equivalent, 8 GB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or equivalent, with 15 GB available space. The recommended spec is Intel Core i7-10700 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or equivalent, 16 GB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / GTX 1660 Ti or equivalent. The full minimum and recommended table is in the PC system requirements section above.
Who is making Kernel Hearts?
Kernel Hearts is developed by Ephemera Games and published by Whitethorn Games.
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