It looks like there are trying to tidy up the visuals even more than the original. Check out the first 3 shots from the sequel compared to the last 3 shots from the original.
Valhalla Knights 2 (screenshots)
Valhalla Knights (screenshots)
Prediction (June 12th 2017)
Permanent pricedrop for both PS4 Slim and PS4 Pro in October.
PS4 Slim $249 (October 2017)
PS4 Pro $349 (October 2017)