Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice

 Xbox One
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 811 Ratings

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  1. Erick666
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Hellblade es una hermosa experiencia que todo jugador debería vivir, una historia completamente inmersiva.
  2. tannskaya
    Sep 11, 2023
    8
    A very good game with a very good story! No UI and crazy voices made the whole experience very immersive. Combats were fun in my opinion. I would have gave it a better score if it didn't took me so many time understanding the puzzle part, with the bone arches... but maybe it's me who is too dumb! ;-)
  3. nemix3d
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    So fcking beautiful, the best history of the games ever. The music is 11/10
  4. Nyxblade
    Sep 8, 2023
    8
    The game bored me a lot at the beginning. I didn't like it in terms of puzzles and storytelling. But after about 2 hours it started to open. Fighting mechanics are quite sufficient. The story he told was very deep and meaningful. When I got to the end, I found myself satisfied and impressed.
  5. apant
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    I have played almost all games in Xbox and I can say: Hellblade is the best game I have played in all my life! Thank you Ninja Theory to develop this amazing and wonderful game.
  6. tatakae
    Aug 19, 2023
    8
    Öncelikle tüm korkularımı tekrar tekrar yaşattığı için ayrı bir deneyim yaşattı. Sesler ve grafikler bence aşırı iyi. 3 can mevzusunu çok net hissettiriyor. Elbette ki eksi yönleri vardır ama yaşattığı duygulardan fark edemedim.
  7. Lemortjoyeux
    Jun 28, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Même si certains aspects de la résolution d’énigmes m’ont semblé parfois laborieux, j’ai adoré bien des choses dans ce jeu que j’ai fini hier soir :

    - je ne sais pas si c’est valable pour toutes les versions, mais dans la mienne je me suis débrouillé du début à la fin.

    Personne ne t’explique ni les contrôles ni les mécaniques de jeu. J’ai beaucoup aimé ce point de difficulté / stress complémentaire. Comme dans la vraie vie, tu apprends par toi-même et tu fais des erreurs stupides.

    - le fait que tu puisses être en Game Over quand la corruption atteint la tête de Senua. Ho lala comment j’ai stressé à cause de ça. Merveilleux. Tu sais pas combien de morts sont permises. Et tu as l’impression que ça monte très vite au début. (J’ai fini le jeu en une seule fois, la fierté de gamer est sauve)

    - les combats : je les ai trouvés très aboutis et intelligents. Tu comprends vite que le placement de ton perso est capital. Ainsi quand tu te retrouves dans des espaces clos en combat tu stresses d’autant plus que les ennemis sont nombreux. Le combat final et la fin : j’aurais apprécié une fin plus brutale. Celle qui lui était destinée depuis le départ.
    Maaaais je comprends ce que vous avez voulu dire quant au deuil et au chemin mental emprunté par Senua.

    Ce jeu raconte l’histoire d’un deuil, vécu par une femme ayant un lien spécial avec les Dieux (surtout avec l’au-delà si on écoute sa mère). J’ai beaucoup aimé vivre cette expérience. On lui prête une malédiction, ce que nous soupçonnons souvent être une maladie mentale.

    Parlons-en justement : cet aspect du jeu et de la psychologie du personnage est capital dans sa qualité. Et la production/réalisation de cette ambition a été largement à la hauteur à mon avis.
    Rien que les petites voix intérieures constantes, qui peuvent autant te guider que te tromper, parfois. Magnifiquement réalisées dans le jeu. J’ai été sincèrement heureux de les retrouver à l’issue de l’arbre. Pour la durée limitée et certains aspects de la résolution d’énigmes… 8/10 « seulement ».
    Je vous aurais bien mis 8,5    … Expand
  8. FemboyGaming
    Jun 28, 2023
    9
    "Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice" is a refreshing indie horror game with exciting combat, unique puzzles, and an ambitious story. It breaks away from the typical walking simulator format, offering engaging gameplay in the Norse realm of Hel. The combat strikes a balance between accessibility and depth, while the puzzles involve finding shapes in the environment. The story is a standout,"Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice" is a refreshing indie horror game with exciting combat, unique puzzles, and an ambitious story. It breaks away from the typical walking simulator format, offering engaging gameplay in the Norse realm of Hel. The combat strikes a balance between accessibility and depth, while the puzzles involve finding shapes in the environment. The story is a standout, skillfully exploring Norse mythology, mental health, and grief through superb voice acting and impressive animation. The only drawbacks are the lack of initial explanation for the mechanics, and a few instances of poor pacing. However, looking past all that, Hellblade offers a rewarding gaming experience with a unique story.
    Give it a try, you won't be disappointed!    … Expand
  9. notifycritic
    Jun 22, 2023
    8
    Loucuras e mais loucuras na cabeça dessa pobre garota. Ansioso pela continuação
  10. Gusta27
    Jun 15, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very promising game mainly because it is such a well made indie game, it has some texture errors among other graphical problems but that go unnoticed by its incredible narrative that so seriously addresses Schizophrenia, Anxiety and among other mental illnesses.… Expand
  11. Umjogador
    Jun 5, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing, captivating story, perfect gameplay, every detail is unique. Thank you Microsoft for buying this company. I only ask you one thing; add options in the chart, remove the Motion Blur and the chromatic aberration effect in the same way that Capcom has done with Resident Evil is very important, many people get sick with the Motion Blur effect, you need to look more atThis game is amazing, captivating story, perfect gameplay, every detail is unique. Thank you Microsoft for buying this company. I only ask you one thing; add options in the chart, remove the Motion Blur and the chromatic aberration effect in the same way that Capcom has done with Resident Evil is very important, many people get sick with the Motion Blur effect, you need to look more at that side, this is also inclusion… Expand
  12. GameYork
    May 31, 2023
    9
    Questo è un capolavoro, gameplay fantastico molto intuitivo pure il combattimentoe molto divertente e piacevole da padroneggiare, storia memorabile con varie letture che può percepire il videogiocatore scritta incredibilmente bene, il comparto audio è davvero eccezionale voci suoni trasmessi alla grande enigmi mai troppo difficili ma nemmeno troppo facili sono di giusto livello, devo direQuesto è un capolavoro, gameplay fantastico molto intuitivo pure il combattimentoe molto divertente e piacevole da padroneggiare, storia memorabile con varie letture che può percepire il videogiocatore scritta incredibilmente bene, il comparto audio è davvero eccezionale voci suoni trasmessi alla grande enigmi mai troppo difficili ma nemmeno troppo facili sono di giusto livello, devo dire che mi ha fatto appassionare la itologia norrenna un gioco da non perdere per nessuno motivo da giocare!… Expand
  13. Deodato
    May 27, 2023
    8
    Direção de Arte e som: incríveis , a Ninja entregou algo perfeito para as limitações atuais da época ,o cenário combina perfeitamente com a narrativa , as vozes na cabeça da Senua , auxiliando ela até nos combate , é uma boa sacada . Gostei muito Nota:10
    Gráficos : hellblade senua's sacrifice lançou em 8 de agosto de 2017 , para época e para limitações do estúdio a Ninja entregou    Direção de Arte e som: incríveis , a Ninja entregou algo perfeito para as limitações atuais da época ,o cenário combina perfeitamente com a narrativa , as vozes na cabeça da Senua , auxiliando ela até nos combate , é uma boa sacada . Gostei muito Nota:10
    Gráficos : hellblade senua's sacrifice lançou em 8 de agosto de 2017 , para época e para limitações do estúdio a Ninja entregou gráficos acima da média Nota:8,5
    Narrativa: hellblade senua's sacrifice tem uma narrativa encaixada , uma trama sustentável mas me pareceu confusa nota: 7
    Performance: tive pequenas quedas de FPS , totalmente aceitável pra época e pro tamanho do estúdio , bugs , apenas objetos flutuando pra época. Nota 8.5
    Gameplay: hellblade senua's sacrifice tem uma gameplay , fraca , combate , fraco , porem aceitável , o jogo é focado na narrativa da Senua o combate é a parte mais fraca do jogo Nota 7
    Media final: 8.2
    Conclusão: o senua's Sacrifice não me empolgou tanto eu senti o game arrastado , o combate é OK , os Puzzels são legais, as vozes na cabeça dela é a melhor coisa que o game pode entregar .    … Expand
  14. TokyoGangR
    May 21, 2023
    9
    Madre mía este juego es hermoso en cuanto al diseño artístico, sus actores de voz y el soundtrack hacen que el ambiente se ponga totalmente en otro nivel, me encantan los puzzles está bien balanceada la cantidad de puzzles y de combates que hay en el juego muy recomendado
  15. huginodensen
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Juegazo, de mis favoritos, excelentes graficas en xbox, mecanicas de lujo y la historia impresionante!!
  16. neomoonsevin
    Apr 8, 2023
    10
    I'm a fan of hellblade love the graphics aswell cannot wait for hellblade 2
  17. Outdoorz
    Mar 31, 2023
    10
    Um jogo desse acredito que todos deveriam jogar, causa sensações únicas, que nenhum outro jogo me causou, uma espécie de medo com vontade de continuar e ver oque vem pela frente.
    Jogo muito mais muito bom que merece total atenção e apoio da galera.
  18. Aqafarshad
    Jan 31, 2023
    9
    I love this game so deep and emotional with a good graphic I'll wish they keep making good games like this one
  19. Howp3
    Jan 28, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incridble game, graphics and jogability Amazings, can't wait for the sequel… Expand
  20. d3uzZ
    Jan 28, 2023
    8
    Hellblade демонстрирует, что даже при крайне ограниченных средствах можно создавать великолепный визуал и проводить непревзойдённую работу со звуком, поднимая при этом крайне специфичную тему. Данная игра является очень комплексным опытом.Hellblade демонстрирует, что даже при крайне ограниченных средствах можно создавать великолепный визуал и проводить непревзойдённую работу со звуком, поднимая при этом крайне специфичную тему. Данная игра является очень комплексным опытом.
  21. cchenders40
    Dec 6, 2022
    9
    This game blew me away. Everyone told me it would but wow, what a story!

    Here are my positives right off the bat. - The narrative is amazing. - Senua is an amazing character with an amazing arc in this game. - The exploration of psychosis in gaming is very interesting, the game feels hypnotic at times. You feel her confusion and frantic feelings throughout the story. - The    This game blew me away. Everyone told me it would but wow, what a story!

    Here are my positives right off the bat.

    - The narrative is amazing.

    - Senua is an amazing character with an amazing arc in this game.

    - The exploration of psychosis in gaming is very interesting, the game feels hypnotic at times. You feel her confusion and frantic feelings throughout the story.

    - The sound design is amazing. Play with headphones!

    - The puzzles are so cool and clever, very different from many other games.

    - The setting and lore is fun and deep.

    - The style and artistic expression of the story telling is crazy good.

    Here are my negatives
    - The combat's camera and arena. People like to dunk on this games combat, and I agree that it is rough to a degree but not for the reasons people give. Let me explain. The combat itself is fine, it is simple, feels weighty, and has a good rhythm to it. It makes sense in a narrative game about mental health and grief. The problem is the camera, the arena sizes, the poor lock on system, and the amount of enemies in these small arenas. Those issues combined makes a decent combat system feel clunky and bad. I like the combat, there are just other factors that bog it down. I am hopeful the combat in the sequel will be better.

    I only have one negative, and it was frustrating enough to bring it down a point. If the issues with combat sequences were fixed this game would be an easy 10. Play it on gamepass now!    … Expand
  22. pivez
    Nov 29, 2022
    8
    Even if the gameplay and combat system could have been deeper and more entertaining, the plot and the way voices interact with Senua is super. I loved it
  23. trinovatic
    Nov 27, 2022
    9
    Que puta joya, que buen mensaje y la manera en la que lo representan es increible, gracias a este tipo de juegos amo este medio. El tiempo dirá si es obra maestra o no.
  24. SayWillis
    Nov 19, 2022
    8
    Would give this an 8.5. Honestly, this game is amazing. Just finished my 3rd playthrough since its release. Highly recommend.
  25. neosoviet
    Nov 18, 2022
    10
    This game is so good. Because, the game is very good handling the mythology. Puzzles are not bad, combat is good. Just sometimes you can boring.
  26. ehtaco
    Oct 18, 2022
    10
    Genuinely one of the best games of all time, imo. I can't remember the last time a game gave me such a distinctly unique experience and it just completely blew me away. One of the most enjoyable, and surreal games I've had the pleasure of playing and I will never not sing it's praises.
  27. TooTiredOne
    Sep 30, 2022
    9
    You shouldn't approach this game as you would to a usual fantasy expecting non-stop action, cute characters and an epic heroic story. This game touches a very complex topic of mental disorders without being a whiny trash story about 16 yo getting his/her hurt broken over some dumb school drama. The game helps me to cope with my anxiety and reminds me that the beauty of this world doesn'tYou shouldn't approach this game as you would to a usual fantasy expecting non-stop action, cute characters and an epic heroic story. This game touches a very complex topic of mental disorders without being a whiny trash story about 16 yo getting his/her hurt broken over some dumb school drama. The game helps me to cope with my anxiety and reminds me that the beauty of this world doesn't leave you even in the darkest times, yes sometimes things are very hard complicated and scary but it's never right to give up on ur life.… Expand
  28. Sab1nX
    Sep 7, 2022
    9
    I played on Series X and the game ran perfectly!

    The Good:
    -Amazing Immersive Story
    -Amazing Concept
    -Amazing Sound and Music
    -Amazing Visuals

    The Bad:
    -Puzzles can get boring

    A game that's gonna offer you a new and different experience from your usual triple A games. Definitely a must-play!
  29. Vitalick
    Sep 2, 2022
    9
    juego muy interesante y con un punto diferente de lo habitual. Para ser un indie espectacular.
  30. kgbfelon
    Jul 28, 2022
    10
    One of the best story games I've played. Yesterday I completed the game and I can't wait for Hellblade 2. Puzzles were a little annoying at times but other than that, it's amazing.
  31. NeoRazyMist
    Jul 25, 2022
    8
    I liked the plot so much that it made me close my eyes to the rather monotonous gameplay.
  32. Abulfaz
    Jul 17, 2022
    9
    Great game! Far not perfect, but it has no need to. The atmosphere reigning here and the outstanding act of Melina Juergens make you feel not even involved, but an essential part of that insanity, one more projection of Senua's broken mind. And sound... A true masterpiece of audible art... but! Fine quality headphones are mandatory for the acoustic experience meant by the authors. I triedGreat game! Far not perfect, but it has no need to. The atmosphere reigning here and the outstanding act of Melina Juergens make you feel not even involved, but an essential part of that insanity, one more projection of Senua's broken mind. And sound... A true masterpiece of audible art... but! Fine quality headphones are mandatory for the acoustic experience meant by the authors. I tried with a high-end sound system and the result was much less impressive. With heads, the player hears literally Senua's mind and all the voices haunting her. Gameplay and graphics are decent, especially for such a small dev team, but not reaching top standarts. The main point here is the inevitable emotional connection, or even symbiosis with Senua's feelings, doubts and intentions , THIS is what des of Hellblade an intense experience, not just another video game. Delightful, I recommend to everyone.… Expand
  33. ponsho174
    Jul 4, 2022
    10
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  34. Thameruy
    Jul 1, 2022
    10
    تحفه فنيه بدون مبالغه اشكر منتج اللعبه على هذا الابداع مع تمنياتي لكم التوفيق
  35. Horangel
    May 24, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Buenísimo, es como una película, te sumerge en su mundo y siempre quieres saber más… Expand
  36. zach_grech
    May 3, 2022
    9
    A game I would refer to as an experience. Such a unique game with so many excellent sections. A game that needs to be played by everyone.
  37. Ciclope25
    Apr 2, 2022
    10
    Original, buen argumento, muy emotivo, gráficos muy logrados....un juego increíble, de principio a fin te mantiene atento
  38. FakeHaouken
    Mar 14, 2022
    9
    This is a true masterpiece. It never fails to impress you visually, sonically and psychologically. The puzzles could use more variety, but they are fun nonetheless.
  39. Arsland
    Mar 4, 2022
    9
    Прекрасная игра. Большое спасибо разработчикам!
  40. Jacirci
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    A truely unique and immersive experience. This is a game that plays with your senses and personally it is an experience I will not forget. Best to go into the game with no expectations since if you are expecting it to be like something else you will probably be disappointed
  41. YahirJC
    Feb 18, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Uff este juego es una chulada, tiene muy buenos gráficos en pc y casi no se distingue cuando es cinemática o gameplay, la historia y los puzzles son buenos… Expand
  42. Cartesius
    Feb 14, 2022
    9
    Thinking about the price the game is sold and the quality, you can give it a 10, thinking about how you fill after the end of the game you have to give it a 11/10 vote. After this if you think about what you do in the game you can understand that the variety is a problem and the vote for some people could be 7 and no more, so my vote is 9. I hope for an Hellblade 2 so beautiful but withThinking about the price the game is sold and the quality, you can give it a 10, thinking about how you fill after the end of the game you have to give it a 11/10 vote. After this if you think about what you do in the game you can understand that the variety is a problem and the vote for some people could be 7 and no more, so my vote is 9. I hope for an Hellblade 2 so beautiful but with more gameplay, to show the casual users the GOTY it could be… Expand
  43. Ardasher
    Feb 12, 2022
    10
    Great optimization, great graphics, great sound, great story. Hellblade is a great game
  44. BurritoCosmico
    Feb 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un juego que realmente te engancha de principio a fin. Recomiendo jugar este juego con unos buenos audífonos para que la experiencia sea mucho mejor.… Expand
  45. alifarhadi
    Jan 17, 2022
    10
    11/10
    if u want a short game that blow your mind with story or want a game that have something meaningfull this is it
    and its dark very nice crafted beautifull dark , lovely
  46. ExBONIFASH
    Dec 26, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Uno de los mejores juegos que pueden estar en game pass, sin duda 100% recomendado, la batalla final es muy inspiradora, de lo mejor♥️… Expand
  47. danomierda
    Dec 17, 2021
    8
    Juego que consigue su objetivo, que es meterte en la mente de un esquizofrénico. Una pasada de historia y narrativa que se ve un poco lastradas por un combate muy simple. Sin duda una experiencia por la que tienes que pasar!
  48. Bibbo_Lele
    Dec 14, 2021
    9
    Come sempre non do 10 perchè sarebbe l'eccellenza e per un Indi non tutti sarebbero d'accordo. È un gioco che mi ha emozionato come pochi, anzi pochissimi. Era tanto che non mi facevo prendere così. Consigliatissimo l'uso delle cuffie come prescrivono gli sviluppatori all'inizio. All'inizio bisogna dargli fiducia, con il passare delle ore (poche) ci si innamora facilmente, ed è come seCome sempre non do 10 perchè sarebbe l'eccellenza e per un Indi non tutti sarebbero d'accordo. È un gioco che mi ha emozionato come pochi, anzi pochissimi. Era tanto che non mi facevo prendere così. Consigliatissimo l'uso delle cuffie come prescrivono gli sviluppatori all'inizio. All'inizio bisogna dargli fiducia, con il passare delle ore (poche) ci si innamora facilmente, ed è come se tutti diventassimo Senua. Grafica, effetti sonori, colonne sonore le ho trovate ottime. Unica cosa che migliorerei (per il prossimo) sarebbe il doppiaggio. Un gioco come questo dovrebbe essere doppiato nella maggioranza delle lingue del mondo. Sentire le voci che sente Senua nella lingua che non è la tua è meno immersivo che nel sentirle nella tua lingua. Riguardo i combattimenti io li ho trovati coerenti con il gioco, ripetitivi forse, ma avevano tutto quello che serviva. E riuscire a colpire un nemico o parare un colpo per sbilanciarlo è molto soddisfacente.… Expand
  49. DarkRahnne
    Dec 3, 2021
    8
    Was a good game to play also looking forward to playing the new sequel sorry will not be spoiling any games
  50. RockFigo
    Nov 16, 2021
    9
    Una historia que deja sin palabras, es excelente, el apartado gráfico asombroso. Sonido espectacular, de la jugabilidad a veces te pierde un poco y los movimientos y ataques son un poco limitados pero sin duda un juego maravilloso y muy trabajado.
  51. Buddy_vaper
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
    Потрясающая атмосфера, которая держит в напряжении до самого конца игры, пугает не скримерами, а жуткой, нагнетающей и депрессивной обстановкой
  52. L3Fari0us
    Nov 13, 2021
    8
    A refreshing take on more nuanced storytelling.

    Coming into Hellblade, I didn't have many expectations. I knew the game was praised by many, but I also saw others trashing it. To my surprise, the game hit me with a compelling narrative that I would expect from a first party Sony exclusive. The interesting journey our main character goes through is one that is metaphorical and filled    A refreshing take on more nuanced storytelling.

    Coming into Hellblade, I didn't have many expectations. I knew the game was praised by many, but I also saw others trashing it. To my surprise, the game hit me with a compelling narrative that I would expect from a first party Sony exclusive.

    The interesting journey our main character goes through is one that is metaphorical and filled with intrigue. While the environments, world building, graphics and cutscenes were all phenomenal, the gameplay itself suffered. The traversing mechanics were pretty basic, but acceptable enough for this type of game and the collectibles, which offered pieces of narrated lore (taken from north mythology), made exploring your environment worthwhile.
    The combat felt very satisfying, specially when you were fighting against 1-3 opponents. However there were some sections where there were way too many enemies on screen which took away from the feeling of awesomeness and instead replaced it with boredom. That, coupled with the fact that some arenas were too small, making it, sometimes, impossible to dodge attacks, made the whole experience worse than it would have otherwise been. The bosses were all well made and ask the player to learn how to counter them, which is what I find most appealing in Hellblade's combat.
    There were some sections that broke the monotony that started settling it after 3-4 hours into the game, however those were short lived. The puzzles were never too complicated, but they did their job.

    The story, paired with its amazing soundtrack, is indeed the crowning jewel of this experience. There is love and dedication poured into it and it shows in spades. It's a narrative that not everyone will get, and some might even not care for, but to those who like games such as GOW (2018), TLOU, Telltale's TWD and other narrative driven games, then I highly recommend it.    … Expand
  53. CAMHTRI
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    This game is simply the most inmersive and intense story I have ever played. Please please Ninja Theory keep the high stardars for part 2. ❤️
  54. Masiosare
    Nov 3, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es una verdadera joya audiovisual, contiene el contraste perfecto entre acción, suspenso, terror y la paz que te hace sentir cuando sales de cualquiera de estas situaciones tan intensas le da el toque que hace falta en muchos juegos de hoy en día, si disfrutas de las historias profundas y los buenos desarrollos de personajes este es un juego que debes probar a la altura de varios juegos triple a… Expand
  55. Dalex11
    Oct 19, 2021
    10
    отличная игра, с красивой графикой, хорошей музыкой и отличным сюжетом, Сенуа - один из самых лучших и живых персонажей. Жду вторую часть
  56. scorp332211
    Oct 18, 2021
    9
    I tried Hellblade several years ago on PS4. It had a game ending bug where I couldn’t progress in the game past the first part. I bought it on the Switch, but I never played it on there. When it came out for Xbox Series X, I thought this was the time. It’s a beautiful game in 4k with raytracing. It’s an intense game experience- especially with headphones on. The 3D audio is excellent. It’sI tried Hellblade several years ago on PS4. It had a game ending bug where I couldn’t progress in the game past the first part. I bought it on the Switch, but I never played it on there. When it came out for Xbox Series X, I thought this was the time. It’s a beautiful game in 4k with raytracing. It’s an intense game experience- especially with headphones on. The 3D audio is excellent. It’s an emotional game- but that’s a good thing. I like games that make you feel something. The only downside was that there were too many rune puzzles- they became kind of tedious. But other than that, I really enjoyed the experience. I’m glad there’s a sequel coming in at some point. I could see playing this game again in the future.… Expand
  57. Arturoramos77
    Sep 26, 2021
    8
    it was a really good experience with that voices and talks with myself but the gameplay it's really repetitive, the cam it's so close from the back of the character, it's a really good game but the studio should fix that things.
  58. SuperPanda91
    Sep 3, 2021
    8
    Me encanta el género y hace lo más importante, crea una atmósfera que te hace sentir en el juego. Una pena no poder jugarlo con cascos por problemas de salud, estoy seguro de que mi nota sería mejor si así fuera pero no he podido probarlo
  59. JorgeDM
    Aug 13, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un gran juego, pero no es 10 porqué en algunos casos es poco intuitivo, al momento de sincronizar las letras me pasabb… Expand
  60. Mehrab4K
    Aug 10, 2021
    10
    Story , sound , gameplay and graphic is amazing . I like this game so much
  61. Wut1234
    Aug 9, 2021
    10
    Tense combat system stunning enviornment, a technical masterpiece. What else i could ask for?
  62. mlnsn
    Jul 15, 2021
    8
    Gameplay : 7/10
    Design (video + audio) : 9/10
    Story : 10/10
    Technical aspects : 8/10
    Repeatability: 6/10
  63. SmileyCaritas24
    Jun 27, 2021
    8
    At first it seemed like a simple visual experience with some gameplay, but the further you go it becomes more than interesting. It is a deep story, which has an extraordinary representation about psychosis. With mechanics created to take the player into a unique experience within Norse mythology. In the end it is a sea of ​​emotions that end up making you feel empathy for the character ofAt first it seemed like a simple visual experience with some gameplay, but the further you go it becomes more than interesting. It is a deep story, which has an extraordinary representation about psychosis. With mechanics created to take the player into a unique experience within Norse mythology. In the end it is a sea of ​​emotions that end up making you feel empathy for the character of Senua. I'm excited for the second part. P.S. I played it on XCLOUD and really enjoyed it.… Expand
  64. Ayvaza
    Jun 15, 2021
    10
    unique gameplay, lets you feel the loneliness and also gives you a slight idea of how bad a mental ilness can get... i loved it. it was a 8h movie (i rushed), with a fair combat system. its also good in creating horror, terror and hope. i played it thanks to the game pass, dont miss this game, its an absolute masterpiece
  65. Two-socks
    Jun 12, 2021
    10
    Una obra maestra. Sobrecogedora, angustiante. Te mete en la locura del personaje como nadie jamás ha conseguido hacer.

    Iniciado en One X y continuado/terminado en Series X... espectacular.
  66. Borjatxo
    Jun 8, 2021
    9
    Una obra maestra de juego indie. No le doy un 10 por su duración, el resto es impecable.
  67. MrArmando022
    Jun 2, 2021
    10
    So fcking beautiful, the best history of the games ever. The music is 11/10
  68. Panda2267
    May 24, 2021
    10
    Absolute perfection... Probably the only game I've ever played that I truly believe deserves a 10.0 rating
  69. DanteSGames
    May 13, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este es uno de los mejores juegos que he jugado en toda mi vida, creo que se merecia un goty aunque la cosa ese año fue muy reñida pero aun asi pienso que Senua es de los mejores personajes construidos en un juego, no conoces nada de ella al inicio pero al final te interesa todo de ella y te preocupas mucho de lo que le pase, aunque no es muy perfecto el juego, comete uno de los errores mas fatales si se hace mal, la repetitividad, odie las zonas que eran un quest, eran sumamente repetitivas y ya cansaban, pero bueno que cuando ya estabas a punto de aburrirte se alejan de eso y continuan con la historia y mas batallas contra los jefes mientras descubres la historia de senua y el porque lo hace, el perder a un ser querido no es facil, menos si es tu esposo o novio, queriendo recuperarlo a toda costa, luchando contra una maldita diosa poderosa, A parte de la gran historia uno de los mejores aspectos del juego es el audio, este juego lo debes jugar si o si con audiculares... el juego tiene un gran aspecto en el, las voces de la enfermedad que tiene senua es muy asombroso, el ambiente igual... el final me dejo un poco elado de lo que esta pasando, pero en fin es un grandioso juego, no puedo esperar al 2.… Expand
  70. TC0452
    Apr 28, 2021
    8
    The game have really great atmosphere and even thou mechanically it's rather basic, the story and Senua herself makes up for that. Great game that I fully recommend!
  71. JonyFumo
    Apr 22, 2021
    8
    Excelente trabajo en historia y artes audiovisuales, un poco dejado en mecanicas de combate pero lo demas compensa bastante dejando el gusto de un juegazo
  72. Dimension9426
    Apr 20, 2021
    9
    Hellblade is an enjoyable, yet frightful journey. Beautiful aesthetic. One of my favorite games that I've recently played.
  73. PedroNeves28
    Apr 18, 2021
    9
    The level of imersion of this game, specially at the end makes it a masterpiece. Even if the fights could be more worked on. Only reason for a 9 and not a 10.
  74. Tupastupa
    Apr 11, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente juego, la banda sonora es espectacular a demás de una gráficas espectaculares, buena historia, super recomendado...… Expand
  75. TheM4Enthusiest
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    A truly amazing game. The atmosphere, the story and the combat are all masterfully crafted and it overall makes for one of the best games I have ever played. Not to mention the overall visuals, all absolutely gorgeous and makes for some amazing screenshots just make sure to wear a headset.
  76. Bosners
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    Un gran juego con una gran historia recomiendo usar audífonos para una inmersión más profunda espero con ansias la segunda parte :D
  77. D271093
    Mar 12, 2021
    8
    Amazing soundtrack and sounds effects, a good history but a little tricky. Waiting for next one
  78. milesm31
    Feb 9, 2021
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. What a journey! Visually stunning, even in 2021
  79. Leandrogame
    Jan 31, 2021
    9
    Muito bom o jogo a narrativa e os cenários fora a trilha sonora!! O jogo no começo é meio chatinho mas conforme vai se desenvolvendo a narrativa meus amigos vira um puta jogo!! Por isso é 9/10
  80. Byrne2020
    Jan 30, 2021
    10
    This is truly one of the most powerful games I have ever played. I think it is best experienced with ear phones on so you can really feel everything. A must play In my opinion.
  81. bad_taste
    Jan 4, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Super erfrischend düsteres Game! Trotz einfachen Settings absolut empfehlenswert.… Expand
  82. Pradejonero
    Dec 30, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece.
    Art work is superb, music amazing, one of the best games of the generation.
  83. srinu634
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
    Hellblade is the most awesome game I have ever played. I'm not overstating but I like this even more than God of War. The level setting is beautiful and so detailed . I don't love puzzles in games but the puzzles in this game are pretty fun. The combat is not the main thing of the game like Sekiro/Dark souls. However, the narration/Senua's imagination/details in each level are just out ofHellblade is the most awesome game I have ever played. I'm not overstating but I like this even more than God of War. The level setting is beautiful and so detailed . I don't love puzzles in games but the puzzles in this game are pretty fun. The combat is not the main thing of the game like Sekiro/Dark souls. However, the narration/Senua's imagination/details in each level are just out of the worlds and a perfect 10 on 10. Also, the Norse mythology stories are very interesting so do not miss them out. The fight with Fenrir is one of the best fight I faced in a video game given that I had to rely on my senses so much as we are fighting darkness. That fight is a genius design that amazed me. Overall, Hellblade remains as the best game I played till date ( no exaggeration ).… Expand
  84. xxFTWxxOregon
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    This game has a great mix between, story, puzzles and combat. I almost put this game away before ever getting to the first boss. After the first boss I just got sucked into the story and visual master piece that is HellBlade.
  85. Nerevarinho
    Nov 27, 2020
    8
    What the hell did i just play. This is Art! This was very unexpectedly good. Only the fighting was a little bit too much.
  86. Inuarcer
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    It has been a long time since I was captured so much by a game. I can only recommend it. Truthfully.
  87. halefsama
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    Game has an amazing atmospheric and detailed graphics for an indie game.Im very exited for second game because after this game they involved to a huge company.With this game they show that htey have a good potential and with the help of xbox they are going to show their potential
  88. SiniyBatya
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Однозначно самая странная игра в которую я играл, но проходится на одном дыхании, а сюжет по настоящему цепляет, плюсом довольно приятная боевая система.
  89. David666hn
    Nov 7, 2020
    10
    Majestic game. Really makes you think as **** But is enjoyable. Is not a game for everyone. You must have played puzzle games before and really be willing to think
  90. Cruety
    Oct 18, 2020
    8
    Really good story and narrative , the puzzle mechanic is very creative , but it can get repetitive . Combat is really good and audio design is fantastic
  91. Cesar3
    Sep 27, 2020
    8
    Un gran juego, es algo corto pero muy divertido, tiene algo q te engancha y no puedes parar de jugarlo
  92. iAmHestbech
    Sep 17, 2020
    9
    I am so late to the this party. That's on me. But if you don't like this game - we can't be friends !
  93. SouthernPoint
    Sep 8, 2020
    9
    There's not much I can say that hasn't already been said. If you haven't played this game and are reading this, please, go and give it a try. Thank you Ninja Theory!
  94. Kelvo123
    Sep 5, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. Looking forward to the sequal. Love the challenge of the puzzles as well as the fighting scenes.
  95. Crisener
    Aug 30, 2020
    8
    It seems like Ninja Theory not only perfectly combined what we currently know about mental disorders and illnesses (with an emphasis on psychosis) with Norse mythology, but also managed to resurrect the spirit of Edgar Allan Poe novels in the language of today, taking the art of portraying the horrors that can happen inside the human brain to a whole another level. It is an excruciatingIt seems like Ninja Theory not only perfectly combined what we currently know about mental disorders and illnesses (with an emphasis on psychosis) with Norse mythology, but also managed to resurrect the spirit of Edgar Allan Poe novels in the language of today, taking the art of portraying the horrors that can happen inside the human brain to a whole another level. It is an excruciating experience in a good sense, one that enlightens you and stays with you for a long time after. The sound design in this game is something that I hope game studios will aspire to in the years to come. The game mechanics are a bit repetitive and fights are pretty basic but for now, I can let it slide thanks to the one unconventional principle they introduced to the gameplay that really supports the story and makes you care for all that happens throughout (discover for yourself, I don't mean to spoil). Let's hope they will have more time to develop some new ideas for mechanics in the already announced sequel.… Expand
  96. Reipirata
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
    Hellblade é um jogo sensacional maravilhoso melhor jogo da história uma história amendrontatora
  97. tom974
    Aug 23, 2020
    10
    I don't remember a game leaving such an impact on me. Amazing work, yes it's a short story but the experience is still powerful. The most beautiful game I've seen on xbox one x so far, the sound work is finely tuned. And most of all, the studio tries here to give a unique and original experience and that, opposed to the tyical annual assassin's creed like licences, is quite refreshing.
  98. MasterKent
    Aug 23, 2020
    9
    These are the games I love. The story is not original but the narrative is solid and convincing, a real odyssey. Senua makes you sorry, in the positive sense of the word. You empathize with the character and suffer with her. In addition, technically the title is well structured: graphically solid and well-finished audio sector. Right longevity. Waiting for the sequel.
  99. NarlyNarwhal11
    Apr 13, 2020
    9
    Wonderful time. Deep combat that is always fun. Although the illusion puzzles can be a bit annoying most puzzles are enjoyable. The story has high stakes and climatic moments. One of my favorite games of all time.
  100. ThatOneFatguy
    Aug 15, 2020
    10
    I hope the second one is as good as the first this game is a beast...
    I love the action, the controls and everything
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Jeuxvideo.com
    Jun 3, 2018
    85
    Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice takes us on a long road to hell paved with contemplative yet stressful scenes, and an impressive respect for Norse myths and legends.
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  2. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    May 26, 2018
    90
    A sensitive portrayal of mental illness and rigorous combat: Hellblade is almost perfect. [June 2018, p.84]
  3. XBLA Fans
    May 10, 2018
    100
    As a game, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice is the cross between a puzzle-lite walking simulator and a brutal action-adventure. Despite some mild design and middling technical flaws, it balances both aspects rather well. As a narrative, this is one fantastic experience. It’s an honest, challenging look at battling mental illness that will stick with you long after the credits roll. It’s as beautiful as it is soul-crushing, making it a must play for anyone who still has a soul to crush.
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