Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 Review - Where's the GAMEPLAY?

[@MarkZalavary]

mental breakdown of woman simulator....No thanks, I already have a girlfriend

[@annonjames2433]

What’s her @ let me forward her your message 😭😭

[@aaralynhall]

No you don’t 😂

[@TheBatosai]

😂 ain't that the truth 😅

[@lyromata]

I watched the first hour of a walkthrough and was left thinking WTF is this. A game to leave on the shelf. Great review.

[@wubi3427]

i think this belongs to the walking sim genre,but with triple a budget

[@monsterjuanster]

They took the game out of the video game.

[@disky01]

Sounds like Ninja Theory decided to make a movie.

[@cockneygamer]

Haha, a great way of putting it. Similar to the first I guess but I just wish they took more risks to give us a game here. But based on the reviews so far, it seems a highly divisive game.

[@w3bbi3]

Crazy part is nobody would even make a movie this boring haha, this reminds me of one of those 4 hour vr games with no interaction in them

[@homeblue7667]

@@cockneygamer a highly divisive game? its mostly positive on steam and 88% google users liked it.

[@cockneygamer]

@homeblue7667 we can all use stats to prove a point… Of 88 trade critics, it’s currently on an average score of 81%. Divisive because a lot of the trade press gave it a 10 or 9 whilst others gave it that 6 or 7 which explains the average of where it’s at (Eurogamer/Gamesradar/Gamespot/PC Gamer all gave wildly different scores). And over 337 user scores on metacritic gave an average score of 72%. The fact your Google reviews show 88% merely proves the point how divisive this is based on the source.

[@cockneygamer]

I love heavy, story driven games, but there needs to be some "game" and that's where Hellblade 2 falls down. If you like the first you'll love this, but for the rest of us I would tread with caution. Love Reggie xxx

[@justwait9822]

Here's how I describe it. If 75% of God of war ragnarok was that yak riding section and you removed all other weapons and abilities so you just had the basic axe light/heavy attacks....you'd have hb2....and it'd be a terrible game.

[@garytheprogressivelibertar560]

I disagree. I loved the first hellblade but this one kinda sucked for me . The story was boring and disjointed and the combat was horrible compared to the first one . No one really liked the combat in the first one because they claimed it was to simple. Well they doubled down on hellblade 2 and made it mostly a cinamatic cut scene.

[@cockneygamer]

@@garytheprogressivelibertar560 appreciate the different pov here! Thanks for sharing.

[@Luis-rp2lm]

@@cockneygamerhave you ever played until dawn or the other games by supermassive games? What did you think of those

[@cockneygamer]

@Luis-rp2lm indeed, The Quarry was one of the earliest videos I did on this channel. I think I gave it a 6/10. It wasn’t quite up to par as Until Dawn. Another game that I think plays similar to this is a Plagues Tale, and I gave that an 8/10 from memory (videos are further back in my catalogue?).

[@studior3dd]

It's not a games, I fall asleep playing it rather watch a movies.

[@TommyBull2]

It's Xbox version of astrobot. Tech demo.

[@danielsmid3777]

Fot 50 dollars

[@coldogno7]

-dark and depressing -boring un interesting characters -unchallenging and minimum gameplay -rocks,rocks everywhere and boring world

[@toddbeaver8277]

This is not a game it’s the matrix demo. Yes you can walk and I think a demo of some blocking and sword swing.

[@nomad4779]

Absolute garbage not a game no excuse I get it. The graphics are good but what’s the point it’s not a game it’s a movie but I see your point is not for everyone.

[@w3bbi3]

The Stan's are out banging hard for this "game", how many times can somebody shit in your mouth before you realize it's poop?

[@sugarbait]

You need help bro.

[@Woupsme]

The combat in the first game was really bad imo. It was fun until you got the hang of how simple it was. Somehow the combat in the sequel is even worse. And after listening to an interview with Dom Mathews telling that people on Ninja Theory have decades of experience with action games and combat, it's nowhere to be seen lol. At least it's a chill experience so far

[@ghostlithium]

This isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. Me, personally, I love the simplistic and easy to get into gameplay. It meshes well with the story driven, cinematic focus of the game. I’m loving this game so far. 10/10

[@lukegeekwalker2689]

You suck at games

[@honda56221]

Yes, people have expectations that it's a chop em up slicer game. It's clearly not. The game is great but not for anyone

[@fabolousjada5070]

What gameplay?

[@ghostlithium]

@@fabolousjada5070 combat and puzzle solving elements. For the most part, you’re just guiding this character through their journey. I’m enjoying watching her story unfold 💯

[@xain86k70]

Great review man. I always appreciate a “that’s what she said” 😂

[@cockneygamer]

Haha… it just never gets old

[@albionjames1]

Great review as always CG. Always look forward to them

[@cockneygamer]

Cheers mate, appreciate that as ever. Support like this means the world. Onto the next we go!

[@garytheprogressivelibertar560]

I loved the first one , even the combat , which everyone thought was bad . But somehow the everything got worse in hellblade 2 😕

[@kireacts6026]

Loved the first game and love this one so far.

[@cockneygamer]

And that is all that truly matters mate. I totally see why too. Enjoy it!

[@kireacts6026]

@@cockneygamer I can see why people don't like it it's not for everyone.

[@MAR-jq7co]

Amazing review, exactly how I feel playing hb 2

[@cockneygamer]

Thank you mate, appreciate the comment. A lot of folks in here disagree with us mind you but I totally stand by the review.

[@kuhkowabbu]

I don’t think we played the same game. This game is phenomenal.

[@cockneygamer]

Exactly why it’s such a divisive game, which I think the trade press shows… rare you see perfect 10’s and then see 6/10! I totally get why people love it too and that’s all that matters. Hope you’re having fun!

[@MadSkillz76]

If this is phenomenal, then The Order 1886 is a masterpiece!

[@kinyerainnoarnolds7281]

Waking up with a cuppa to Reggie and the boys, nice review.

[@cockneygamer]

Literally drinking tea reading your comment. The best way.

[@kinyerainnoarnolds7281]

@@cockneygamer Enjoy.

[@TotesRandom]

This feels like an oscar movie, and i dont mean that in a good way. Its the kind of game they cynically make to win awards to get recognition instead of simply making a game people want to play.

[@sikevillain]

Anything with lesser gameplay than the likes of The Order 1886, Ryse Son of Rome or Callisto Protocol definitely seems more like a one and done type of game.. seems like a chill game as more of a *experience" than anything else but cant justify that price for just 6 hrs..

[@RA8IDP3NGUIN1]

$50 for a 7 hour game that you barely even play. Who says they didn't take any risks XD

[@cockneygamer]

Haha! Fair play!

[@MadSkillz76]

Four years in development for a 7 hour game...LOL

[@yanayana5408]

Its average around 5 hours, check full gameplay.

[@miroslavzima8856]

If this is the future of gaming, I´m out (or return to old games).

[@aaralynhall]

It’s amazing the opinions a lot of folks have who never even touched the first or second game 😂

[@RichardPhillips1066]

theres now a large group of people that like highly cinematic games with little to almost no gameplay mechanics , its basically film talking over the gaming space , because film isnt interactive or personal, and challenging games are too much hassle for some

[@annonjames2433]

That’s funny that’s what Microsoft was wondering when they showed it off to upper management. Still got the green light though because they don’t make games over there

[@KAOTICUPRISE]

Hellblade 2 is a Seamless Cinematic Experience! A Masterpiece Technical Spectacle... that makes most lauded playstation games seem like public access drivel!

[@MaxBraver555]

A $10 DLC has a lot more to offer than this intractive cutscene.

[@swordguy1243]

Lol actually would be hilarious if Senua is in some dark alley way tweaking on some hallucinogen as a plot twist

[@w3bbi3]

I think that might make the slog worth it, she wakes up in a crackhouse and realizes she's been chopping up junkies all night haha

[@sugarbait]

Was this question asked of the first game???

[@chika4275]

This game could of been a masterpiece! could you imagine if this game was an open world game like Elden Ring!? 🤔

[@dominicanag1032]

Was a fan of the first game. HB2 is a beautiful game but the game play did put me to sleep in some areas that I had to stop playing and go back to it. Mind you it’s a ltttle longer than the first game. Took me 7 hours to complete and the first game took me 6 hrs.

[@cyberpunkdarren]

It could of been a god of war style of semi open world and strong gameplay mixed with cinematics. Missed opportunity.

[@inFecTed.Gaming]

I beat the game, no chanting ritual scene like in the announcement trailer… Ridiculous

[@richardbustamante8795]

If this was a PS5 exclusive this would be a whole different ballgame. We all know it.

[@KlR0V]

No

[@velo76]

Lmao cope harder

[@TekkLuthor]

Bro, I'm team Xbox but it looks like they were able to create 1 hour of gameplay per year for the past 7 years. That's embarrassing

[@rjproduction486]

This is just a blatant LIE! The Order 1886 have the same problem like hellblade 2 and it got criticize heavily!

[@jonnybennett9493]

As an experience it is next fucking level and the fight sequences are the most cinematic ever seen. Just don’t expect Elden ring and enjoy the experience NT have created. Or don’t! The wonder of choice :)

[@slim420MM]

If you like insane beautiful women with no substance you'll love this game.

[@cockneygamer]

Haha!

[@refwwwrf7204]

Senua is anything but a beautiful women. She is one of the most ugly women in gaming, lol.

[@AlexandreKoball]

There are hundreds of games like that and only now that's seem to be an issue (for some, of course). There is gameplay enough IMO, this is not an open-world game.

[@Ninnjette-]

I absolutely loved the first one, but now I'm worried lol. Happy I got game pass and I don't have a pay for it.

[@cockneygamer]

Honestly, If you loved the first I think you’ll be safe and you’ll look back at this video and think I was talking nonsense. It’s a very divisive game, so definitely read the reviews from Eurogamer and Gamesradar that give this perfect scores. For me, it just isn’t a game. It’s a movie type experience (and impressive one too) but if you enjoy that type of game then go for it, I think you’ll be more than satisfied with it.

[@Ninnjette-]

@cockneygamer No, you are right lol It's 9:36 pm here on the east coast "United States" I started a new game at 8:30 pm and I have already stopped for the night lol The combat system is not good.. It is so repetitive, and I just started. When I was fighting the slave master, I just kept asking myself when is this going to end. Walking takes forever! Your review already is spot on, and I haven't even completed it.

[@cockneygamer]

In which case my comment above was absolutely nonsense! There is a few segments later on in the game where wave after wave of enemy comes at you… it’s exhausting! 😂 Appreciate you reporting back!

[@sugarbait]

But you are paying for it through Gamepass.

[@macker33]

Same people who bash this champion death stranding.

[@WrightFam-j6e]

Anyone else not even see an inverted control option?? Really in todays day and age not even the choice?

[@MultiSpokes]

People hate on everything these days. Gone are the days when people would just play a game and enjoy it.

[@cockneygamer]

A review is really to help people decide if the $50 is worth it for a 6 hour game. For many it will be. For others they may wish to get a pov as to why they should save the cash. My opinion stands for nothing over anyone else, and whilst I’ve liked other games like Starfield and Homeworld 3, others have hated it.

[@MultiSpokes]

@@cockneygamer The game is free on Game Pass. Let people play and make a decision for themselves. All I see is the usual anti-Xbox bias that runs after every release. For views maybe? I don't know, but it's bias nonetheless.

[@velo76]

​@@MultiSpokes reviews show the opinion of the reviewers but since they dont like a game they hating for no reason if people wanna try it let em but that dosnt mean people cant review things.😊

[@cockneygamer]

@@MultiSpokes it’s not “free” if you pay for gamepass… and for those that don’t have gamepass it’s $50 on Steam. It’s only an opinion, it’s not bias or anti Xbox. This channel is PC gaming based, it shows Gamepass, Steam, Epic, Ubisoft, EA Play etc… it’s not platform specific. It’s just one of many many opinions out there. It’s ok to disagree with opinions too, and to totally disagree with this review, but I will say it’s not biased to only go against Xbox.

[@MultiSpokes]

@@velo76 Well, they're criticizing everything Xbox. That's the problem. I'm yet to see one critical review of a PlayStation game. It's a bias.

[@nate_d376]

I liked the first game, but this doesn't sound very great. I guess I'll wait for a deep discount to pick this up. I wish they would have pushed their own envelope and come up with new things to do.

[@claudijatzandrapova3347]

discount? Gamepass you can have a free trial, play this and you're set

[@Coloradocaliber]

I loved it.

[@cockneygamer]

And that is all that matters mate! Glad you enjoyed and thanks for commenting too! Cheers 🍻

[@anonvoila4883]

My man a walking meme lol a baby in one hand controller in another this gaming in 2024 ppl

[@cockneygamer]

Hahaha… I guess we all grew up into adults!

[@anonvoila4883]

@@cockneygamer That's the crazy part. As adults, we think better, so we expect better from our games. This game treated us like impressionable kids.

[@frankallen3634]

The first was so boring I didn't finish it. So I never planned to waste time on another crazy broad walking sim.

[@dark2deeds]

i fell asleep playing this didnt even make it as far as the first village played for one hr the morning after and turned off never to return

[@armyofray8096]

Gamers really complain too much lol

[@jk-pq5dd]

if we want to watch a movie we do that also but they say its a game and its not

[@NightWanderer31415]

8:45 😂😂

[@Garymatthews9129]

I have played the first one but I have dodge this one

[@dumieleo3288]

A walking simulator

[@SpongeBob38]

Netflix series

[@cockneygamer]

Agreed… would be awesome!