Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 Could Be a Bonafide Revenge Story

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Created by a relatively small team in video game terms, Ninja Theory’s Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice surprised gamers with a sensitively-told story amid a dark fantasy world inspired by both Celtic and Norse mythology. The game’s distinctive look, heartbreaking tale, and combination of puzzle-solving and melee combat made Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice a hit with both players and critics, and fans were pleased when it was announced that the sequel Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 was in development during The Game Awards 2019.

Fans are hoping for a continuation of Senua’s story on par with the emotional resonance of the first, with explorations of mental health and incredible interpretations of psychosis in Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2that are just as considered and nuanced as the previous game. From what players have been shown so far, it seems as if the follow-up title has kept the bar high in terms of its visuals, but not much is currently known about the game’s story. Senua may have relinquished her quest to bring her lover back from the dead, but that doesn’t mean she’s finished with the ones that killed him.

Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is a Strong Contender for the Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice is a haunting tale about loss and grief. Through non-sequential flashbacks, players learn about Senua’s traumatic childhood, including the suffering she experienced because of both her “curse” and her father’s abuse, as well as witnessing the death of her mother when she was only a small child. Senua’s loss of one parent and the abuse at the hands of the other have shaped not only her life but also her mental health, and serve as contributing factors to her psychosis. Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice handles these