If you’ve been waiting to play Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 on PlayStation, your time is nearly here. Developer Ninja Theory announced that the game will launch on PS5 this summer, finally bringing the long-rumoured version to Sony’s console. This exciting news was revealed on May 21, exactly one year after the game launched, making the announcement all the more special for fans.
Studio Head Dom Matthews confirmed the news in a video and a blog post on the official Ninja Theory website. While there’s no exact date yet, the PS5 release is expected to land sometime in the coming months. Alongside the PS5 version, the developer has revealed that new features will be added to all game versions, including Xbox and PC, through a free update.
PS5 version will bring improved features
Ninja Theory says they’ve been “working hard to optimise Hellblade 2 for PS5 and PS5 Pro fully.” The team is focused on delivering the best experience possible. While specific details haven’t been shared yet, you can likely expect enhanced visuals and smoother performance on Sony’s powerful hardware.
Fans hope this means upgrades that take advantage of the PS5 Pro’s capabilities, possibly including support for PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution). While we don’t yet have confirmation on these exact features, the developer’s commitment to quality suggests that visual enhancements are on the way.
This update won’t be exclusive to PlayStation users. Xbox Series X|S and PC players will also receive the new features as part of a broader game update, helping to improve the experience for everyone who owns the game.
A return to PlayStation after years away
The arrival of Hellblade 2 on PlayStation marks a return to familiar ground for Ninja Theory. Before the studio was acquired by Xbox Game Studios in 2018, it had a strong history with PlayStation. Titles like Heavenly Sword, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, and DmC: Devil May Cry were all released on Sony consoles, as was the original Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice.
So some fans were surprised when Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 launched in May 2024 as an Xbox and PC exclusive. It made sense, though, given the studio’s acquisition by Microsoft. But now, PlayStation players can finally join the journey again and explore the powerful story of Senua’s continuing saga.
The game has earned praise for its emotional depth, dark tone, and stunning visuals. Many who played the original release described it as gripping and unforgettable. With its moody atmosphere, richly detailed settings, and intense storytelling, Hellblade 2 stands out as one of the most impressive titles of the past year. The upcoming PS5 version could be the perfect way for those who missed it the first time to experience the journey.
So if you’ve been waiting for your chance to explore the haunting world of Hellblade 2 on PS5, it won’t be long now. Keep your eyes out for more details in the coming weeks as Ninja Theory prepares to share the exact release date and feature list. Until then, it’s safe to say PlayStation fans have something exciting to look forward to this summer.
