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The VR Edition of the critically acclaimed BAFTA award-winning Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice. From the makers of Heavenly Sword, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, and DmC: Devil May Cry, comes a warrior’s brutal journey into myth and madness.

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition is a action, adventure and indie game developed and published by Ninja Theory.
Released on July 31st 2018 is available only on Windows in 20 languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Arabic, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese - Portugal, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Swedish, Traditional Chinese and Turkish.

It has received 1,527 reviews of which 1,296 were positive and 231 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. 😎

The game is not available on Steam.

The Steam community has classified Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition into these genres:

Action Adventure Indie Violent Female Protagonist VR Gore Psychological Horror Atmospheric Horror Story Rich Singleplayer

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System requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows
  • OS *: Windows 7, 8, 10
  • Processor: Intel i5 3570K / AMD FX-8350
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1080 / AMD Radeon RX 580
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 30 GB available space
  • VR Support: SteamVR. Keyboard or gamepad required

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Dec. 2024
Fantastic 3rd person VR. Amazing graphics, good combat, dank af subject matter (see Sea Of Corpses battle area, made living by Senua's psychosis.) I'm buying Senua2 asap.
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Dec. 2024
This game is a ethereal experience all through out. Masterful story telling with vast beautiful yet lonely settings. This is not an all out action game. This is a psychological slow burn in which all conflicts carry a weight of importance. Truly one of the most well balanced and powerful games I have ever played. I can't recommend it enough especially on VR taking you deeper into the darkness of this Celtic nightmare.
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Oct. 2024
Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice VR Edition : By Triple F "Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice VR Edition" is an immersive adaptation of the critically acclaimed action-adventure game by Ninja Theory, originally released in 2017. The VR edition, which launched in 2018, takes the haunting psychological journey of the protagonist, Senua, and amplifies the intensity through virtual reality. This version is more than just a port; it enhances the emotional and atmospheric depth of the experience, making it one of the most unique offerings in VR gaming to date. At the heart of "Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice" is its story—a dark, personal odyssey through the mind of Senua, a Pict warrior struggling with psychosis. The game draws players into her journey to Helheim to recover the soul of her deceased lover, and it deftly blurs the lines between reality, myth, and Senua’s delusions. The VR edition takes the core experience and places players directly into her world, enhancing the sense of isolation and vulnerability that pervades the game. Through virtual reality, the game becomes an even more personal exploration of trauma, mental illness, and Norse mythology, pushing the limits of what storytelling in video games can achieve. The game's standout feature is its audiovisual design, which has been painstakingly reimagined for VR. "Hellblade’s" signature use of binaural audio—where voices seem to whisper directly into the player's ears from all directions—is even more potent in VR, as the player is fully enveloped in Senua’s auditory hallucinations. The whispers, taunts, and unsettling soundscape create a constant tension, making it feel as though the voices in Senua’s head are directly addressing the player. The environments, from fog-laden forests to nightmarish underworlds, are rendered in stunning detail and feel oppressively close in VR, adding to the game’s eerie, claustrophobic atmosphere. Mechanically, the game transitions smoothly to VR, despite being third-person. While most VR games focus on first-person perspectives to maximize immersion, "Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice" uses third-person view to great effect. It allows players to feel like an omnipresent companion to Senua, watching her every move while still being engulfed in the world. Combat, although sparse, is more intense when experienced in VR. The visceral sword fights, with parries and brutal strikes, feel more immediate, and Senua's physical presence on screen adds weight to her movements. The level of detail in her animations, combined with VR’s depth of field, brings a new level of realism to her emotional expressions and body language. However, the VR edition does come with its set of limitations. The game's controls, designed originally for a standard console and PC setup, can feel slightly cumbersome when adapted to VR. Movement can be disorienting, especially during more chaotic moments of combat or platforming. While the third-person perspective prevents the usual VR motion sickness associated with fast-paced first-person games, some players may still find extended play sessions uncomfortable. Moreover, the cinematic nature of Hellblade means that certain camera transitions and cutscenes can be jarring in VR, though Ninja Theory has made efforts to smooth out these elements where possible. Performance-wise, the game runs well on higher-end VR setups but can struggle on less powerful systems. Visuals in VR can be slightly downgraded compared to the original version, particularly in texture quality and draw distance. However, this is a necessary compromise to ensure a smooth experience. Despite these minor setbacks, the game remains visually stunning, with many scenes taking full advantage of VR’s immersive potential, particularly in its environmental storytelling and surreal visuals that blend reality with Senua’s psychotic episodes. In conclusion, "Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice VR Edition" is a masterclass in how virtual reality can elevate narrative-driven games. Its focus on mental health, enhanced by the immersive qualities of VR, makes it not only a compelling game but also a powerful emotional experience. While there are a few technical hiccups and the transition to VR might not be flawless, the game’s atmospheric design, binaural soundscapes, and emotional storytelling more than make up for it. For those with a VR setup, this is a must-play, offering one of the most intimate and harrowing journeys in gaming.
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Oct. 2024
Honestly, unsure how this doesn't fall within overwhelmingly positive. This is one of the most memorable games I have played, let alone VR ports. If you enjoy rich stories, horror, heart break and Norse Mythology then you are in the right place. A video game has no right to make me feel this way.
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Sept. 2024
Storytelling & Graphics are amazing, even more so in VR. Worth it.
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Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition is not available on Steam.

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Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition received 1,296 positive votes out of a total of 1,527 achieving a rating of 8.10.
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Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition was developed and published by Ninja Theory.

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition is not playable on MacOS.

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition is not playable on Linux.

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition is a single-player game.

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition does not currently offer any DLC.

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition does not support Steam Remote Play.

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition
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