Kene Benai

Kene Benai is an adventure inspired by the worldview of the Shipibo-Konibo people. You accompany Reshin, a young girl who begins the Waste Kene (Pipiri) ritual to enter the spirit world and recover the four Kené she needs to complete her weaving and become a great artisan. You’ll explore four spiritual worlds, each with its own guardian, visual style, and unique challenges. The game blends 2D platforming, runner-style levels, guardian spirit battles, and memory and collection minigames. Along the journey, you’ll hear authentic voices in the Shipibo language and unlock a Word Album with terms, symbols, and creatures from the Shipibo-Konibo universe. Main Features Four worlds to discover: Travel through the realms of the sky, earth, water, and knowledge: - Joxin Nete – The Red World - Joxo Nete – The White World - Wiso Nete – The Black World - Panshin Nete – The Yellow World Each world offers a special trial that grants you a Kené needed to progress. Varied Mechanics - 2D platforming with exploration - Runner-style levels introducing each main challenge - Spiritual combat against Wiso Ino and other guardians - Minigames of star collection, memory, and timed challenges Character Progression Reshin starts with basic abilities, but by gathering Kenés she’ll unlock new ways to move and fight, such as double jump, enhanced attacks, and additional moves. Use the power of the Kayabo: Inon Kaya – Jaguar Spirit Gives you the strength of a jaguar to match Wiso Ino in battle! Shawan Kaya – Macaw Spirit Allows you to fly through the heights of Joxo Nete to complete Oxe Tita’s challenge. Wamen Kaya – Paiche Spirit Lets you dive into the depths of Wiso Nete to find Ani Ronin. Living Culture - Original voice recordings from Shipibo community members - Interactive album with traditional words and symbols - Art, music, and creatures directly inspired by Shipibo-Konibo traditions