Following its high-profile launch, Hades 2 gets its first post-launch update, fixing bugs and making tweaks to the gameplay, including adjustments to one of the more controversial boss fights. Similar to its predecessor, Hades 2 spent a good chunk of time in Early access, with Supergiant Games slowly building out its latest title with the help of updates and community feedback.
That level of patience seems to have paid off once again as Hades 2 has already become a huge hit for the studio. Considering how many awards and the overall level of success the first Hades achieved, this news isn't too surprising. However, successfully following up on such a massive hit isn't always easy, and even though Hades 2 isn't yet available on all platforms, the quick start is a great sign. However, even though the game has launched, Supergiant is continuing to tweak the experience for players.
Hades 2’s God-Like Steam Player Count Hits a Milestone the OG Could Only Dream of
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Please be aware, there are potential spoilers for certain bosses and in-game items. On September 30, Supergiant Games released its first post-launch update for Hades 2 in the form of a hotfix. While not nearly as big as the Day One update for Hades 2, Hotfix 1 adds some important fixes for many bugs currently impacting players, ranging from achievements not unlocking, interactions not triggering as expected, and even some odd character behaviors like Hecuba just running back and forth in the chamber with Narcissus.
However, one of the bigger adjustments made in this hotfix is to the Hades 2 mini-boss known as Phantom. Located in the Fields of Mourning, the Phantom has proven to be a frustrating encounter as it can teleport around using its long-range attacks while also having a relatively large health pool. At this point, even summoners who raise allies to help them found that the Phantom was able to drain their health, rendering them largely useless. Thankfully, that seemed to be a bug as the hotfix has made it, so the Phantom can no longer drain the health of raised allies.
Even with Hades 2 earning a strong start on PC and the Nintendo Switch consoles, players can look forward to a physical release in November, as well as an eventual launch on other platforms like Xbox and PlayStation. As for what's next, Supergiant has already addressed calls for a potential new game in the franchise. Despite the success, Supergiant isn't guaranteeing Hades 3, as the studio typically works on one game at a time through an interative style process of building, testing, and revising.
Hades 2 Hotfix 1 Patch Notes
- Fixed most Olympian Keepsake effects not activating again after their Boon is skipped
- Fixed Phantom (Fields) being able to drain Life from your raised servants
- Fixed Fated List Prophecies related to Hidden Aspects not clearing in specific circumstances
- Fixed the Achievement Soothing Soak not unlocking from events with Moros
- Fixed the Achievement So Mote It Be unlocking sooner than expected
- Fixed Gorgon Amulet (Athena) using up the effect of Yarn of Ariadne (Charon) when it shouldn't
- Fixed not resetting certain random Keepsake effects
- Fixed an interaction between Uncommon Upbringing (Hera) and Concave Stone (Echo)
- Fixed key visual effects sometimes not playing on some systems
- Fixed randomized appearing sooner than expected in some cases
- Fixed Lone Shades from sometimes being able to hit Melinoë
- Fixed Canines spawned from Lycaons unexpectedly activating Unseen Ire (Hades)
- Fixed an issue where Melinoë could be forced to Return to Shadow at the same exact time as she vanquishes
- Fixed Hecate not speaking about when expected in a certain situation
- Fixed several narrative scripting issues with specific events involving Hecate
- Fixed an issue where you could not exit the final Location in Erebus in a certain case
- Fixed a rare issue where the fight against would not end correctly
- Fixed a certain situation in which Polyphemus would not react to when expected
- Fixed an issue where the player could not complete key Incantations due to modified data
- Fixed cases where taking Armor damage with Trusty Shield (Hephaestus) could damage your semi-permanent Armor instead
- Fixed a rare issue that involved claiming Gemstones then immediately using one of Homer's Inspect Points
- Fixed Hecuba running back and forth in the chamber with Narcissus
- Fixed several rare crashes
- Updates to translations in some languages
- Improved compatibility with Chinese Input Method
- Other minor fixes
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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.
- Prequel(s)
- Hades
- Franchise
- Hades
- Number of Players
- Single-player
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- Verified
- Early Access Release
- May 6, 2024
- PC Release Date
- September 25, 2025
- Nintendo Switch Release Date
- September 25, 2025
- Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date
- September 25, 2025
- Platform(s)
- Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC
- OpenCritic Rating
- Mighty
- How Long To Beat
- 19 hours
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