It looks like players will be treated to one of the most technologically advanced games of the year, with graphics that push the boundaries of realism.
In the latest material, Digital Foundry experts got acquainted with the “visual feast”. The main character Senua comes to life thanks to Metahuman technology, offering incredibly realistic facial rendering that rivals the best in the gaming industry. Skin with a subtle sheen, lively eyes, perfect teeth – every detail is amazing.
The animation is “incredibly good”, and the character conveys convincing emotions. The game also uses advanced post-processing, including beautiful depth of field that transitions smoothly from one focus point to another without visible artifacts.
Among other Unreal Engine 5 features that set Hellblade apart 2, – Nanite, which allows you to draw extremely detailed textures of earth and stone. Shadows are crisp and accurate even on the smallest geometric elements, making the game world seem even more realistic.
“Hellblade 2 is a step forward not only for the series, but for the gaming industry as a whole, demonstrating just how far the visual side of interactive entertainment can go.”
Despite the 30 frames per second, the game looks great and promises to be a project that will redefine the graphics capabilities of video games.
