Ninja Theory has rolled out the Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II Enhanced update, introducing a range of technical improvements, new gameplay options, and expanded platform support. The update is available now for PC and PlayStation 5, with notable enhancements for players using Steam Deck and high-end PC hardware.
The update introduces NVIDIA DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, enhancing visual quality and performance on supported GPUs. PC players also benefit from a new Very High graphics preset, Dolby Atmos speaker support, and improved photo mode tools. Additionally, the patch brings full DualSense controller compatibility on PC and performance optimizations that have earned the game the Steam Deck Verified status.
In terms of gameplay, the patch introduces the Dark Rot mode, available after completing the game, along with a new Dark Rot Achievement. Players can also enable Developer Commentary after finishing the main story.
The update brings a long list of bug fixes covering graphics, animations, gameplay mechanics, and localization issues. These include fixes for lighting bugs affecting Senua’s hair, collision issues, puzzle disappearance glitches, and subtitle synchronization problems. Several combat-related bugs have also been addressed, improving enemy behavior and fixing animation inconsistencies during certain encounters.
Below are the full PC patch notes as provided by Ninja Theory:
PC/Steam Update Highlights
- Dark Rot mode is available after game completion.
- Dark Rot Achievement added.
- Developer Commentary unlocked post-game.
- Very High graphics preset.
- NVIDIA DLSS 4 / Multi Frame Generation support.
- Dolby Atmos speaker support.
- New and improved photo mode features.
- Steam Deck Verified with performance optimizations.
- DualSense controller support.
Bug Fixes
- Resolved overlaps in localized pause menu text when using a large font size.
- Fixed Senua’s hair turning white in certain lighting conditions.
- Addressed the upscaler quality mode not loading properly on the first change.
- Fixed issues with Intel XeSS and AMD FSR Ultra Performance mode hair rendering.
- Corrected “Hold” input method issues for getting up.
- Fixed speaker color settings.
- Resolved the enemy attack continuation after knockdowns in Chapter 6.
- Fixed footprint movement glitches in Chapter 4 caves.
- Addressed character death when climbing elevated ground during the Chapter 5 ritual.
- Corrected collision issues when skipping cinematics.
- Fixed the Hiddenfolk puzzle disappearing after graphics preset changes.
- Resolved subtitle display issues after pausing and resuming.
- Fixed subtitle sync for multiple cutscenes and combat sequences.
- Addressed enemy animation and positioning glitches in combat.
- Multiple menu narration fixes.
The Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II Enhanced update is available now, and players can download it via Steam, the Xbox App for PC, and the PlayStation Store.
