Hellblade 2 Is Coming to PS5 — It Might Be the Best Version Yet

Another former Xbox exclusive is jumping ship, and this one might look even better on its new home. Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2, one of the most technically impressive games of 2024, is officially headed to PlayStation 5 this summer. It’s called Hellblade 2 Enhanced, and it’s already listed on the PlayStation Store.

Ninja Theory’s announcement didn’t just confirm the port—it promised upgrades. The PS5 version will support DualSense haptics, adaptive triggers, and will be optimised for PS5 Pro. If you’ve already seen what the game looks like on Xbox Series X, that last part should catch your attention. Because Hellblade 2 is stunning. But at 30 FPS, it also felt like it wasn’t fully unleashed.

Now that could change.

Xbox games on PlayStation? It’s the new normal

Hellblade 2 joins a growing trend of Microsoft-published games landing on PS5 after a timed exclusive window. The original Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice actually launched on PS4 first, back in 2017. That was before Microsoft acquired Ninja Theory, so the franchise already has PlayStation roots. Now it’s coming full circle.

This version is more than a simple port. Ninja Theory is treating it like a platform-specific upgrade. And that makes sense—Forza Horizon 5 and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle already showed how PS5 Pro versions of Xbox games can outperform their Series X counterparts. Features like advanced ray tracing, stable 60 FPS, and enhanced haptics have made Sony’s console a strong contender for cross-platform games.

If that trend holds, Hellblade 2 Enhanced might not just be a good port. It could be the definitive version.

Critics already had their say—and they liked what they saw

Even before its PS5 announcement, Hellblade 2 made a strong impression on critics. While not quite the universal acclaim of the first game, reviews were largely positive, especially when it came to presentation and cinematic ambition.

Here’s a snapshot of the main critics' reviews according to Metacritic:

Most criticisms came down to pacing and interactivity—common concerns for games that lean cinematic. But when it comes to raw visuals and audio, everyone agrees: this thing is a beast.

What will be new on PS5?

Here’s what we know so far about Hellblade 2 PS5 edition:

• Haptic feedback and adaptive triggers will enhance immersion.
• It’s being optimised for PS5 Pro, which likely means resolution and performance upgrades.
• A free update will apply to all versions (Xbox, PC, and now PS5), but specific PS5 features like DualSense support won’t carry over to Xbox.

Ninja Theory hasn’t detailed everything yet, but if they follow the same playbook used for other Xbox-to-PlayStation ports, we can expect visual enhancements that go beyond resolution scaling. There’s no hard release date yet, but wishlist listings are live now.

Let’s not pretend this is a one-off. Microsoft is clearly softening its exclusivity strategy. Titles like Pentiment, Hi-Fi Rush, Sea of Thieves, and Grounded have all launched or are launching on PS5 and Switch. And if Hellblade 2 performs well on PS5—especially on Pro hardware—expect more visually ambitious Xbox titles to follow.

This shift isn’t about abandoning Xbox. It’s about reaching more players, especially in markets where PlayStation dominates. Ninja Theory's decision fits neatly into that strategy. They know their audience, and many of them are still on Sony’s side.