Hellblade 2 has sparked controversy among players, with strong opinions ranging from love to hate. However, recent data isn’t favorable to the game.
According to Xbox Achievement Data, almost 90% of players have not completed Hellblade 2. This is surprising given the game’s short 7-hour duration, suggesting that time constraints may not be the main issue. For instance, 87% of Xbox players haven’t reached the final chapter.
On Steam, only 37% of players have finished the game, unlocking the “End the Tyranny” achievement.
Further analysis reveals that only 52% of players have defeated the first boss, a battle encountered just 30 minutes into the game. This boss fight, like much of the game, is relatively simple, relying heavily on quick-time events.
What could be behind these numbers? Is it the perceived simplistic gameplay? A visually stunning game criticized by some as more of a movie than a game? Or could the game being free for some players contribute to easily abandoning it before potentially returning later?
Many questions remain unanswered, but the data reflects the mixed reception the game has received from players.