It is a very linear game which I don't mind at all and is a pleasant change from the numerous open world games out there. Combat wise, it was basic but brutal and visceral which I liked. For me, I rated it an 8.0/10 overall. Visuals - 9, Audio - 9, Gameplay/Combat - 7 and Story/Characters - 7. My biggest issue were the puzzles. Hated them.
With Hellblade 2, im expecting more of the same but better. I'm not expecting combat to have skill trees or depth but that's okay because in this kind of game, I don't think it would fit or make any sense.