The Best Version of Hellblade 2 is on PS5 Pro

60 FPS Mode Unveiled in Hellblade II’s Enhanced Edition on PS5 & Xbox Series X – Performance Analysis by Digital Foundry

Ninja Theory has released the Enhanced Edition of Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, now available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. This update introduces the highly anticipated 60 FPS mode for both consoles. Digital Foundry conducted a thorough technical analysis, detailing the optimizations Ninja Theory implemented to achieve smoother gameplay across platforms. To achieve 60 FPS, Ninja Theory adjusted the game’s dynamic resolution. These changes minimally impact visuals, as Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II continues to leverage Unreal Engine 5’s top-notch features—such as Lumen, Nanite, and Virtual Shadow Maps—while maintaining their quality with only minor, virtually imperceptible tweaks. Digital Foundry’s analysis reveals performance differences between the consoles. In 30 FPS quality mode, the Xbox Series X typically renders at a dynamic resolution averaging 1593p (ranging from 1080p to 1600p), while the PlayStation 5 averages 1432p. For the 60 FPS performance mode, the Xbox Series X maintains an average resolution of approximately 1069p, with the PlayStation 5 slightly lower at 989p.

Superior Performance of Hellblade II on PS5 Pro vs Xbox Series X – Digital Foundry’s Resolution & FPS Comparison

The PlayStation 5 Pro demonstrates superior performance, delivering the highest visual fidelity among consoles. It achieves an average resolution of 1696p in quality mode and 1166p in performance mode. The PlayStation 5 Pro also provides the option to use either Unreal Engine 5’s TSR upscaler or Sony’s PSSR, with Digital Foundry recommending TSR for optimal results. Overall console performance remains stable, with testing revealing only a single frame drop. Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II is also available on Steam Deck, optimized to maintain a steady 30 FPS. While occasional dips to 28 FPS occur in specific areas, recent updates have brought performance improvements of up to 20. Below is a detailed breakdown of resolutions and FPS for each platform, based on Digital Foundry’s findings: Xbox Series X (Quality Mode): Dynamic resolution: between 1080p and 1600p. Average resolution: 1593p. Frame Rate: 30 FPS. Upscaling: Uses TSR for 4K output, with all Unreal Engine 5 features intact. Xbox Series X (Performance Mode): Dynamic resolution: between 720p and 1080p. Average resolution: 1069p. Frame Rate: 60 FPS, with minor drops and more stuttering compared to PlayStation 5 Pro.

Performance Comparison of Hellblade II Across PS5, PS5 Pro, and Steam Deck – Resolution & FPS Breakdown

Upscaling: Uses TSR for 1440p, then downscales to 4K. PlayStation 5 (Quality Mode): Dynamic resolution: between 1080p and 1600p. Average resolution: 1432p. Frame Rate: 30 FPS. Upscaling: Uses TSR for 4K output, with all Unreal Engine 5 features intact. PlayStation 5 (Performance Mode): Dynamic resolution: between 720p and 1080p. Average resolution: 989p. Frame Rate: 60 FPS, with few drops. Upscaling: Uses TSR for 1440p, then downscales to 4K. PlayStation 5 Pro (Quality Mode): Dynamic resolution: between 1080p and 1700p. Average resolution: 1696p. Frame Rate: 30 FPS. Upscaling: Uses TSR or PSSR for 4K output. Visuals: Maintains quality-level shadows, Depth of Field (DoF), and fog. PlayStation 5 Pro (Performance Mode): Dynamic resolution: between 720p and 1200p. Average resolution: 1166p. Frame Rate: 60 FPS, with a single frame drop observed. Upscaling: Uses TSR or PSSR for 4K output. Visuals: Maintains quality-level shadows, Depth of Field (DoF), and fog. Steam Deck: Resolution: 800p with low settings. Upscaling: Uses TSR. Frame Rate: Generally maintains 30 FPS, with occasional drops to 28 FPS.

These detailed analyses provide players with a comprehensive understanding of Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II’s performance across various platforms.

In Case You Missed It

For those who are eagerly waiting for the next big gaming release, **Bruno Pferd** has some exciting news in his latest piece titled “Hellblade 2: PS5 Version Arrives August 12th with Additional Features, Here are the Details**, published on June 25th. The post details Ninja Theory’s upcoming PS5 port of **Hellblade 2: Senua’s Saga Hellblade II**, complete with enhanced features like visual smoothing and a Performance mode at 60fps. Don’t miss out on all the juicy details—it might just be your new obsession! If you’re interested in the latest legal challenges facing major gaming companies, be sure to check out Jonathan Dubinski’s recent post titled “Sony Sued for Market Monopoly and Excessive Value Charges on PSN,” published on June 26, 2025. In this insightful piece, he delves into a significant class-action lawsuit filed against Sony in the Netherlands, accusing the company of monopolistic practices and overcharging consumers for digital games. The lawsuit, initiated by Stichting Massaschade & Consument, highlights how Sony’s dominance in the console market has led to inflated prices for players and restricted opportunities for developers. To learn more about this important legal battle and its implications for the gaming industry, Sony Sued for Market Monopoly and Excessive Value Charges on PSN. If you’re interested in how the rise of subscription services like Xbox Game Pass is reshaping the gaming industry, be sure to check out Ahmed Hassan’s latest piece titled “Xbox Game Pass May Be ‘Cannibalizing’ Microsoft’s AAA Game Sales,” published on August 12, 2025. The article dives into a fascinating study by Newzoo that highlights how this popular service might be impacting Microsoft’s traditional game sales and overall hardware revenue. Explore the complexities of Microsoft’s dual-edged strategy at Xbox Game Pass May Be ‘Cannibalizing’ Microsoft’s AAA Game Sales.

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