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Getting ready to return to Nosgoth this March? Check out our FAQ, which breaks down everything you need to know about Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered and Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, including release dates, edition differences, preorder bonuses, and what’s included in the Heart of Darkness Collection. If you’re deciding which version to Wishlist or secure ahead of launch, you’ll find a clear comparison below to help you choose the edition that fits your return to Nosgoth.
Q: When is the official release date of Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered?
A: March 3, 2026
Q: When is the official release date of Legacy of Kain: Ascendance?
A: March 31, 2026
Q: What are the differences between the basic, deluxe, and Heart of Darkness Collection for Legacy of Kain: Defiance?
Basic Edition
Legacy of Kain Defiance Remastered Base Game
Deluxe Edition
Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered Base Game
Dark Prophecy Demo
Comic Book Reader (3 comics)
Heart of Darkness Collection
Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered Deluxe Edition
Dark Prophecy Demo
Comic Book Reader (3 comics)
Legacy of Kain: Ascendance Base Game
Ascendance Skin Pack (playable in Defiance)
Q: Why is the Heart of Darkness Collection not available for Pre-Order?
A: Steam does not allow pre-ordering bundles when the items in the bundle release on different dates. The Heart of Darkness Collection will be available on March 31, 2026.
Q: Will I be able to buy the Heart of Darkness Collection if I pre-ordered Defiance Remastered?
A: Yes, you'll be able to buy the Heart of Darkness Collection on March 31, 2026. The Heart of Darkness Collection discount will apply to all items you are missing from the bundle.
Q: Are there additional skins in the game?
A: Yes. In addition to the DLC skin packs, Legacy of Kain Defiance Remastered features several earnable skins for both Kain and Raziel.
Q: What is the difference between the Ascendance Skin Pack and the Shifter Skin Pack?
A: The Shifter Skin Pack is a pre-order bonus with all available versions of Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered. It will be available for individual purchase after launch on March 3, 2026.
The Ascendance Skin Pack is included in the Heart of Darkness Collection and will be available for individual purchase after the launch of Defiance on March 3, 2026.
Q: Will there be physical editions of the Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered and Legacy of Kain: Ascendance?
A: We hope so. We are planning physical editions of both Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered and Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, but we haven’t finalized those plans yet, so we can’t provide details at this time.
Q: Are there plans for post-launch content or updates?
A: Future updates, patches, or additional content will be communicated through official channels.
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Written by: Claribel Guerra, Social Media Manager, Legacy of Kain
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