Zero Punctuation Season 11 Episode 33 Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice

In Zero Punctuation season 11 episode 33, Yahtzee reviews "Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice." He starts by noting that the story is rooted in Norse mythology and that the game's protagonist, Senua, is haunted by voices in her head. The voices, which are meant to represent her mental illnesses, add a unique and immersive element to the game. Yahtzee praises the game's sound design and encourages players to wear headphones while playing to fully experience it.

Yahtzee also applauds the game's portrayal of mental illness, noting that it avoids stereotypes and presents a nuanced depiction of the condition. He commends the game's developers for consulting with professionals in the mental health field to ensure that their portrayal of mental illness was accurate.

The game's combat system is also a topic of discussion. Yahtzee notes that the game's difficulty is tied to the player's reaction time, which may make it frustrating for some players. However, he adds that the game is forgiving enough that even novice players can complete it. He also praises the game's use of environmental puzzles, which he describes as fun, challenging, and well-designed.

The graphics of "Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice" are also discussed. Yahtzee notes that the game's environments are visually impressive, but states that the character models are lackluster. He jokes that the game's protagonist, Senua, has an "uncanny valley" quality to her, as her face seems almost but not quite human.

Despite this, Yahtzee gives the game a positive review overall. He notes that the game's themes of grief, loss, and mental illness are handled with care and sensitivity, and that the game is a unique and worthwhile experience for players.