Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice

 Xbox One
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 811 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 99 out of 811
  3. Negative: 87 out of 811
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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Frazierdabest
    Oct 13, 2019
    8
    Gran juego, lo he disfrutado mucho.
    Sus fallos, el combate y que no este doblado, un juego con tal atmosfera, varias voces sonando al mismo tiempo etc... Imagina jugarlo doblado (Bien doblado) en tu idioma. Sería TOP
  4. garethvine22
    Apr 26, 2020
    8
    Hellblade é curto e com um combate basico mas é compensado com graficos estonteantes e uma historia incrivel sobre a mitologia nordica;
  5. Icoz
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    Excellent game, it is beatiful and game sound is amazing. We need more single player games like this one.
  6. VaaskyVeldt
    Feb 7, 2023
    7
    It knows what it is and at no point pretends to be something it's not. If you're into solving environmental puzzles, light combat and a world that immerse you into the delusions of a woman going through psychosis, than this game is worth playing it. If you'll be annoyed at slow walking speeds, running around in circles finding the right trigger to move on and voices that won't stopIt knows what it is and at no point pretends to be something it's not. If you're into solving environmental puzzles, light combat and a world that immerse you into the delusions of a woman going through psychosis, than this game is worth playing it. If you'll be annoyed at slow walking speeds, running around in circles finding the right trigger to move on and voices that won't stop talking, do yourself a favor and skip this one. In my case, I really got sick of running in circles and on top of that the game was visually very intense. Despite my problems with it, I can't in good conscience give it a low score.… Expand
  7. Filmanwalt
    Jan 17, 2020
    9
    A stunning looking gaming experience about mental ilness inside the nordic mythology. The Protagonist and the following path of her are really well made and presented by a brutally good atmosphere.

    The Gameplay does its Job, but isnt the main part of the game at all, mostly you are walking and solve riddles with different persepectives. The Fights are a little bit lame and the    A stunning looking gaming experience about mental ilness inside the nordic mythology. The Protagonist and the following path of her are really well made and presented by a brutally good atmosphere.

    The Gameplay does its Job, but isnt the main part of the game at all, mostly you are walking and solve riddles with different persepectives. The Fights are a little bit lame and the bossfights are very different in its quality.

    So all in all Ninja Theory made an excellent gaming experience about a very heavy theme.    … Expand
  8. NovaXplosion
    Dec 14, 2019
    10
    Simply amazing, one of the best games I’ve ever played. The psychological aspect is really well done and I personally find the story good and enjoyable. Graphic is really good for what an Xbox one can offer and looks majestic on the Xbox one x. Played thanks to Xbox game pass, and if you have it, that’s the game I recommend you to play.
  9. kaiser998
    Feb 9, 2020
    8
    Good game! it brings a different experience about slashing mobs and enemies, the bad thing is that it has too little variations of enemies and it has too much cinematic, it has a good gameplay and the puzzles are different from what we're used to get.
  10. Zentilo
    Feb 9, 2020
    10
    Gripping from start to finish. Audio is superb and believable. Enjoyed every aspect of this game.
  11. KlaatuHorror
    Apr 5, 2020
    6
    Tiene elementos muy interesantes, una historia intensa y mitológica. Gráficos muy bonitos y unas animaciones que deján en pañales a los mejores títulos. Quizás baja un poco en su planteamiento. Los puzzles es siempre lo mismo y las peleas, que van ganando a medida que avanza, no dejan de ser algo anecdótico. Aún así un juego muy interesante.
  12. Antonis
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    This game is perfect it has everything.. Good audio good music and addictive gameplay.. Also you learn so many things and you start care about many others.. A really good story!!
  13. 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.
  14. MOLEX3000
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This is a different experience! I loved the game, it's a great foundation for the sequel, I wish this game and saga a great success!
  15. StarChildSwagg
    Apr 6, 2020
    9
    Beautiful game visually and as a student of psychology I love the narrative and the way they dived into an real life mental health issue with only 10million and a 20 person team. I can only imagine part 2 with a beast console, 100 extra devs and 50 million in the budget..
  16. WilliamHaole
    Apr 11, 2020
    8
    Jogo incrível para um indie. O problema foi o combate, mas de resto, é incrível com pouca coisa fez uma história bem interessante nesse game. Estou esperando o Hellblade 2. Espero que seja melhor, igual foi com o Ori. GT:WilliamHaole
  17. 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.
  18. Ronkulo
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    El juego gráficamente se ve grandioso su historia te atrapa poco a poco ,locura claro esas voces en su cabeza llegan a un punto dónde sientes que estás loco,su travesía a lo largo de sus 8-10horas realmente te mantiene tenso sus momentos de acción aunque poca variedad de enemigos es muy buena,los puzzles son lo malo quisa algunos son muy repetitivos pero en general sobrepasa por mucho laEl juego gráficamente se ve grandioso su historia te atrapa poco a poco ,locura claro esas voces en su cabeza llegan a un punto dónde sientes que estás loco,su travesía a lo largo de sus 8-10horas realmente te mantiene tenso sus momentos de acción aunque poca variedad de enemigos es muy buena,los puzzles son lo malo quisa algunos son muy repetitivos pero en general sobrepasa por mucho la media faltandole variedad solamente para llegar ala perfeccion.si no te quedas con cara de asombro al final no lo disfrutaste.… Expand
  19. Guillerm0
    Jun 16, 2020
    9
    My respect Ninja Theory. Hellblade is very good game. I'm waiting for a new part on xbox series x
  20. Pattyballs
    May 9, 2020
    9
    I found this game to be one of the most compelling video game experience that I have had in quite a while. For starters the audio experience in the highlight of this game. I found that I was able to immerse myself within the experience because of how the story is fleshed out through Senua’s psychosis. I thought the minimalistic score was used thoughtfully throughout the game. I found theI found this game to be one of the most compelling video game experience that I have had in quite a while. For starters the audio experience in the highlight of this game. I found that I was able to immerse myself within the experience because of how the story is fleshed out through Senua’s psychosis. I thought the minimalistic score was used thoughtfully throughout the game. I found the combat tantalizing despite the basic design of it. The only negative in my opinion are some of the puzzles that you have to complete. As much as I hate to say it since the game abandons a HUD in favor of guiding you through the voices it is sometimes difficult to complete these complex puzzles and I often had to find myself checking the internet to move forward. Other than that I thought the game was a great meditation in mental health in a world that was beautifully dark. This game is a hidden gem and if you have 6-8 hours to spare, I highly recommend that you play this game.… Expand
  21. Xerne57
    May 24, 2020
    10
    Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice has been an incredible surprise for me. I didn't know what to expect about this game, but I was amazed by it. The best part of the game is the sensation of having psychosis, if you play it with headphones gives a very perturbing but curious sensation. Battles are not very difficult and puzzles neither, but the story and the setting are incredible. Waiting forHellblade: Senua's Sacrifice has been an incredible surprise for me. I didn't know what to expect about this game, but I was amazed by it. The best part of the game is the sensation of having psychosis, if you play it with headphones gives a very perturbing but curious sensation. Battles are not very difficult and puzzles neither, but the story and the setting are incredible. Waiting for the second game!… Expand
  22. DzmitryBoston
    Jun 4, 2020
    8
    Fantastic game, but the experience was hurt by live-action characters in cut scenes, which made the game look cheap time-to-time.
  23. tantotonto
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Conforme mas me adentré en el juego mas sorprendido quedaba, la falta de interfaz. la musica, las expresiones, la ambientación, todo el conjunto hace de este juego una experiencia inmersiva total, una absoluta obra maestra.
  24. Cries_Buck1187
    Jul 7, 2020
    8
    One of the most unusual games with a beautifully presented story and meaning. Such projects I will remember for many years to come.
  25. 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.
  26. 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
  27. Uval
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Una obra maestra... Una historia impresionante, sonido ambientación y actuaciones de 10... Totalmente recomendable...
  28. EmilioWaldir
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Excelente experiencia perturbadora, especial para salir fuera de lp común, un poco tedioso si no eres bueno con los puzzles
  29. lil_benjas
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    Juego más que interesante, basado sobre todo en la atmósfera (la cual esta muy bien creada), trata como ningún otro la psicosis y las enfermedades mentales, en el apartado gráfico es increíble destacando por encima de todo la tecnología que usan para las animaciones faciales que aunque por momentos se hace un poco extraña en otros te hace ver lo que Senua esta sintiendo, jugablemente es unJuego más que interesante, basado sobre todo en la atmósfera (la cual esta muy bien creada), trata como ningún otro la psicosis y las enfermedades mentales, en el apartado gráfico es increíble destacando por encima de todo la tecnología que usan para las animaciones faciales que aunque por momentos se hace un poco extraña en otros te hace ver lo que Senua esta sintiendo, jugablemente es un juego de "acción" con combates interesantes pero no en gran abundancia, lo que si que abunda son los puzzles de diversa índole. Un juego muy recomendable.… Expand
  30. fabioprovencher
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    It's a solid yet unsettling experience, for sure. Probably not for everyone. Removed a point because of the repetitivness in combat sections.
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#10 Best Xbox One Game of 2018
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#6 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2018
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#19 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2018

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88

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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