Summary
- Hades 2's latest Olympic Update features a new region, at least three new characters, a new weapon, and a massive list of changes and improvements.
- Over 2,500 new voice lines have been added with the Olympic Update to further progress Hades 2's narrative.
- Gameplay abilities like Dash and weapons like the Witch's Staff, Moonstone Axe, and Umbral Flames have been significantly improved.
Hades 2 developer Supergiant Games has shadow-dropped the roguelite's first major content update. The Olympic Update brings a colossal list of additions for Hades 2 players to enjoy, such as a new region, items, characters, and changes to existing content.
Supergiant Games released Hades 2 in early access back in May 2024, and the Greek mythology-inspired roguelite has resonated exceptionally well with players so far. In less than 24 hours after its release, Hades 2 more than doubled the player numbers of its predecessor, 2020's Hades. Spectacular popularity aside, Hades 2 is still a work-in-progress title, and Supergiant has been listening to community feedback and updating the game accordingly.
Hades 2 Has One Feature It Can’t Afford to Go Light on
While Hades 2 is still in early access, Supergiant should put more time into further developing one of the game's most interesting features.
The latest Olympic Update for Hades 2 is the most comprehensive content drop for the game so far. The headline addition in this update, as hinted in its name, is the region of Olympus. As far as weapons go, there's a pair of new jetpack gauntlets dubbed Xinth, the Black Coat, which are also the last of Melinoe's Nocturnal Arms. Hades 2 players can now also bump into Athena and Dionysus, both of whom are returning from the original Hades. New characters include the Titan Prometheus, who will star in Hades 2's Olympic Update as an area boss.
Most Notable Additions and Improvements in Hades 2's The Olympic Update
- New Region: Olympus
- New Weapon: Xinth, the Black Coat - last of Melinoe's Nocturnal Arms
- New Characters: Athena, Dionysus, Prometheus, and more
- New Familiars: Two new animal companions to bond with
- Crossroads Renewal: Unlock dozens of new cosmetic items to liven up the Crossroads
- Expanded Story: Discover hours of new dialogue (almost 2500 voice lines)
- World Map: Look for this new presentation when moving from one Region of the world to another
- Mac Support: The game now runs natively on Macs on Apple M1 or later
The Olympic Update is shaping up to push Hades 2's story in a big way, as Supergiant has claimed that between the new region and characters, nearly 2,500 fresh voice lines have been added to the game. Gameplay-wise, the update doesn't disappoint either with its overwhelming list of changes to existing weapons, boons, abilities, and more. The Dash will supposedly be "innately faster and more responsive," and weapons like the Witch's Staff, Moonstone Axe, and Umbral Flames have all been tweaked extensively. Those interested in learning more can look towards the full patch notes for Hades 2's Olympic Update.
Now that Supergiant has launched the gargantuan Olympic Update, the studio will slow down for a bit to stabilize and then resume work on the game's next major update, which is tentatively scheduled for release in early 2025. Till then, players can enjoy the stupefying amount of free early access content supplied to Hades 2.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 95 /100 Critics Rec: 98%
- Released
- September 25, 2025
- ESRB
- Teen / Alcohol Reference, Blood, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence
- Developer(s)
- Supergiant Games
- Publisher(s)
- Supergiant Games
WHERE TO PLAY
Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.
The first-ever sequel from Supergiant Games builds on the best aspects of the original god-like rogue-like dungeon crawler in an all-new, action-packed, endlessly replayable experience rooted in the Underworld of Greek myth and its deep connections to the dawn of witchcraft.
BATTLE BEYOND THE UNDERWORLD
As the immortal Princess of the Underworld, you'll explore a bigger, deeper mythic world, vanquishing the forces of the Titan of Time with the full might of Olympus behind you, in a sweeping story that continually unfolds through your every setback and accomplishment.
MASTER WITCHCRAFT AND DARK SORCERY
Infuse your legendary weapons of Night with ancient magick, so that none may stand in your way. Become stronger still with powerful Boons from more than a dozen Olympian gods, from Apollo to Zeus. There are nearly limitless ways to build your abilities.
MINGLE WITH (MORE) GODS, GHOSTS, AND MONSTERS
Meet a cast of dozens of fully-voiced, larger-than-life characters, including plenty of new faces and some old friends. Grow closer to them through a variety of new interactions, and experience countless unique story events based on how your journey unfolds.
EVERY RUN IS ITS OWN ADVENTURE
New locations, challenges, upgrade systems, and surprises await as you delve into the ever-shifting Underworld again and again. Reveal the mysteries of the Arcana Altar, tame witchy familiars, and gather reagents using Tools of the Unseen to get closer to your goal.
THE PERKS OF IMMORTALITY
Thanks to a variety of permanent upgrades and the return of God Mode, you don't have to be a god yourself to experience what Hades II has to offer. But if you happen to be one, you can brave escalating challenges for greater rewards, and prove just how divine you really are.
SIGNATURE SUPERGIANT STYLE
Rich, atmospheric presentation and storytelling fused with responsive action is the hallmark of Supergiant's titles. Vivid new hand-painted environments, even smoother real-time 3D characters, and an electrifying original score make this mythic world burst with life.
- Engine
- Proprietary Engine
- Franchise
- Hades
- Platform(s)
- Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC
- OpenCritic Rating
- Mighty
