Hellblade 2 PS5 Release Date Officially Announced
▼ Summary
– Ninja Theory will release the enhanced edition of *Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2* on PlayStation 5 on August 12, 2024.
– The enhanced edition includes new features like Performance Mode (60fps), Dark Rot Mode, Enhanced Photo Mode, and over four hours of Developer Commentary.
– The PS5 version will be available in standard ($49.99) and deluxe ($69.99) editions, with the deluxe including *Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice* and its soundtrack.
– Owners of the PS4 version of *Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice* can upgrade to the PS5 enhanced edition for free.
– The enhanced edition will also be available as a free update for players on Xbox Series X, Xbox PC, and Steam.
The highly anticipated PlayStation 5 release of Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 now has an official launch date, bringing enhanced features and new gameplay modes to Sony’s console. Mark your calendars for August 12, when Ninja Theory’s psychological action-adventure title arrives with significant upgrades for PS5 players.
This enhanced edition introduces several notable additions designed to elevate the experience. Performance Mode unlocks smoother gameplay at 60fps, a welcome upgrade from the original’s cinematic 30fps target. PC players aren’t left out either, with a “Very High” preset pushing visual fidelity to new heights based on hardware capabilities.
For those craving extra challenge, Dark Rot Mode makes a return from the first game. Every failure causes the rot to spread, and if it reaches Senua’s head, it’s game over, progress wiped. Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the Enhanced Photo Mode, now packed with advanced tools, including a “Motion” tab for capturing cinematic clips. Meanwhile, behind-the-scenes fans can dive into over four hours of Developer Commentary, offering insights from the creative minds behind the project.
Two editions will be available at launch. The Standard Edition ($49.99) includes the base game with all enhancements, while the Deluxe Edition ($69.99) bundles the PS5-upgraded version of Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice alongside its official soundtrack. Owners of the PS4 version of the original game can upgrade to the PS5 edition at no extra cost.
Xbox and PC players aren’t forgotten, the same enhancements will roll out as a free update for Hellblade 2 on Xbox Series X, Windows, and Steam. Whether you’re revisiting Senua’s haunting journey or experiencing it for the first time, this update promises to deliver a richer, more immersive adventure.
(Source: POLYGON)
