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| Developer(s) | Ninja Theory |
| Publisher(s) | Xbox Game Studios |
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| Producer(s) | Rupert Brooker |
| Designer(s) | Rahni Tucker |
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| Engine | Unreal Engine 5 |
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| Release | 21 May 2024 |
| Genre(s) | Action-adventure, hack and slash |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Senua's Saga: Hellblade II is a 2024 action-adventure game developed by Ninja Theory and published by Xbox Game Studios. The game serves as the sequel to Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice (2017) and is set in 9th century Iceland, drawing inspiration from Norse mythology and culture.
Senua's Saga: Hellblade II was created with a higher budget and a larger team when compared with its predecessor. The gameplay is similar; it features combo-based combat, as well as puzzles. The gameplay and visuals have been revamped: faster-paced combat, and improved visuals built on Unreal Engine 5, while retaining the psychological horror and focus on Senua's struggle with psychosis.
Senua's Saga: Hellblade II was released for Windows and Xbox Series X/S on 21 May 2024. The game received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its art direction, visuals and sound design, though some noted pacing issues and a combat system favoring spectacle over depth.