Senua's Saga: Hellblade II arrives on PS5 with free update

GAMING NEWS Fyra Frost - Aug 13, 2025, 15:00

Ninja Theory's psychological action-adventure epic, Senua's Saga: Hellblade II, has made its long-awaited debut on PlayStation 5. Alongside the launch, all platforms, Xbox Series X/S and PC included, are receiving the brand-new Enhanced update, free for existing owners.

The Senua's Saga: Hellblade II Enhanced update rolled out worldwide on the same day the game arrived on PS5. Xbox Series X/S and PC players now have instant access to the upgrades at no extra cost, while PlayStation users can purchase the game outright. This marks a notable moment for the series, as Microsoft’s Xbox Game Studios continues to bring selected first-party titles to other platforms.

On PS5, players can choose between two editions. The Standard Edition includes the complete Hellblade II experience with all enhancements applied. Meanwhile, the Deluxe Edition adds the original Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, fully optimized for PS5, plus the game's incredible soundtrack. Fans who already own Senua’s Sacrifice on PS4 will be pleased to know they can upgrade to the PS5 version for free.

What’s New in the Enhanced Update

The Enhanced upgrade delivers a broad range of improvements across every platform. A 60 FPS performance mode offers smoother combat and exploration, though this feature is unavailable on Xbox Series S. PC players get an extra treat with a “Very High” graphics preset, pushing visual fidelity even further for powerful systems. For portable play, Hellblade II is now officially Steam Deck Verified, ensuring a smooth handheld experience. Fans of the original game's tension will welcome the return of Dark Rot mode, the optional permadeath system that can erase your progress entirely if Senua falls too often.

Photography enthusiasts will enjoy an overhauled Photo Mode, complete with a new Motion tab for cinematic video captures, while lore lovers can dive into over four hours of developer commentary, exploring the creative process and production challenges behind the game.

Bringing Senua's Saga: Hellblade II to PS5 while delivering a free, substantial update to all players reflects a growing industry trend toward cross-platform availability, even for games under the Xbox Game Studios umbrella. It broadens the game's reach, rewards returning players, and keeps the series fresh with meaningful upgrades.

For both newcomers stepping into Senua’s harrowing journey for the first time and veterans returning to experience the improvements, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II Enhanced stands out as one of the most significant action-adventure releases of 2025 on PS5. As usual, you can use our comparator to get Senua's Saga: Hellblade II at the best price for your platform of choice, including PlayStation 5.