Senua's Saga: Hellblade II

Fabuloso e Ótimo, tão excepcional quanto ao primeiro jogo!!! Trilha sonora continua IMPECÁVEL, a história junto com a jornada de Senua continua muito emocionante e fascinante até o final do jogo. Jogo é uma obra prima.

This is one of the most stunning games I've seen graphically **** I have to say both on PC and PS5 looks great. However, I found the first part way better, specially the ending. The gameplay gets repetitive after 1 h and it's just a long interactive movie, the combat even though it looks great is boring. There are no mechanics aside from the typical heavy/quick attack and parry from the beginning till the end.

Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II arrives nearly five years after its initial reveal, and four years into the Xbox Series S/X lifecycle. Developed by Ninja Theory and published by Xbox Game Studios, it’s a stunning visual showcase that’s exclusive to Xbox and PC—available day one on Game Pass, which is how I played it on my Series S. Set after the events of the first game, the story follows Senua as she deliberately gets captured by slavers to kill their leader and free her people, only to discover a far greater threat along the way. The setup promises a grander scale, but the execution is mixed.Despite a larger team and better hardware, the game feels more limited than expected. The combat is polished and cinematic, with one-on-one encounters that look incredible, and standout moments like a group battle in the third act really shine. But the moment-to-moment gameplay is sluggish, with lots of slow walking and minimal exploration. While the voices in Senua’s head return with haunting, binaural sound design, much of the adventure feels passive. The side characters introduced in each chapter don’t get enough development, making key story moments fall flat—though a post-game feature allowing them to narrate adds some retroactive depth.What truly sets Senua’s Saga apart is how jaw-droppingly beautiful it looks. This is easily the most graphically impressive game I’ve played, with meticulous lighting, breathtaking landscapes, and film-like transitions that echo The Fellowship of the Ring. Melina Juergens once again delivers a powerhouse performance as Senua, backed by top-tier motion capture and sound work. While the gameplay doesn’t always match the presentation, the experience is still worth your time—especially if you’re on Game Pass or were a fan of the original. Just go in with tempered expectations.

The Microsoft purchase of Ninja Theory has let the rot seep in. This no longer feels like the inspired work of artists but the commissioned labor of craftsmen: Technically and visually amazing, and the fighting is captivating. But the story and script are uninspired and unrelatable. Senua feels like she's getting excited over nothing, making it hard to identify with her anymore. The first game felt so much more powerful—this one feels like wasted potential. The game doesn’t let your emotions flow naturally - instead, it instructs you when to feel moved, repeating the obvious — a sign of creative decay.

I played the first game, it was great, and this one was like this. It's a great game. It's a masterpiece. I recommend it. If you like the viking theme, give it priority. You won't regret it.