One of the main reasons why players loved the immersive experience of 2017’s Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice was its binaural audio. Binaural recording is a method of recording sound that uses two microphones, arranged in a way to create a 3D stereo sound sensation for the listener. Ninja Theory was praised for perfectly utilizing this concept, and now, they plan to do the same for the sequel, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II.
Experiencing the binaural audio of Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II in VR would be an insane combination, but Ninja Theory has crushed all hopes as they made it clear that they have no plans of releasing a VR version for the game, despite making a VR version of its predecessor. This would certainly take things to the next level but it seems like Ninja Theory won’t let it happen any time soon.
Fans will not be getting a VR version of Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
Just like the previous game, Ninja Theory has plans to make Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II as immersive as possible to bring the best gaming experience out of the game. Fans were hopeful that they would get a VR version of this game just like the predecessor as this would make the experience much more immersive and realistic, however, when PCGamesn asked studio head Dom Matthews if a potential VR port is in the works, he straight up said, “No.”
It’s unusual why Ninja Theory decided to do this as they have sufficient resources now to make it possible. Fans are particularly disheartened as they wished to experience Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II‘s binaural audio in VR mode. Some fans still have hope as the VR edition of the first game was also added one year after its initial release. Well, this is not the only reason why fans are disheartened as the game’s short runtime has disappointed many people. Still, Ninja Theory gave fans the reason behind it.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II‘s binaural audio would’ve worked very well in VR mode
Ninja Theory’s use of binaural audio was a game-changer for 2017’s Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice. Since the game focuses so much on giving players an immersive experience, this feature did the job perfectly. With the VR version of the first game, fans were able to take things a step further and experience the world from Senua’s perspective.
Given how much time Ninja Theory is spending on this game, it’s safe to say that the binaural audio will once again be a crucial element while playing the game. However, unfortunately, this time, players will not be able to experience it in VR. Nonetheless, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II will feel like a fresh experience as it now features a new fighting system as well as an updated game engine.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II is scheduled to be released for Windows and Xbox Series X/S on 21 May 2024.
