Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice is a story about a warrior who goes to the afterlife to save her lover. Her weapons are simple: blades, axes and a little magic, of which there is plenty in the game. The beloved lived by honor, but his soul was still sent to Helheim. Senuya follows him and faces the demons of the underworld. Voices in her head comment on every step, and there is no escape from them. Fights are one-on-one, so it is important to read the enemy’s movements and move to the side in time. Riddles are related to perception: you need to look for signs and look at the world from the right angle. The passage is designed for headphones - the sound here is part of the game. The voices in Senua's head don't turn off even between contractions. Every mistake in battle is costly, because there is no healing as such. Visually, the game is based on gloomy northern landscapes and fog. Some of the mysteries require looking at the world through the eyes of the heroine. Between fights, the heroine walks along narrow paths, and this gives a respite. The rhythm of the battle is based on reading movements, and not on reaction. Northern landscapes are made with an eye to the mythology of darkness. The ending is connected with the choice that she makes herself. On difficulty above medium, enemies deal more damage. Solving puzzles takes longer than fighting. Voices in your head even comment on your victories. The landscapes change from forests to underground caves. The fight requires patience, because opponents do not forgive haste. Those who want a story of heartbreak and perseverance will enjoy this game.