Hades II: Princess of the Underworld
Hades II is Supergiant Games' first direct sequel, continuing the tradition of the mythological rogue-like genre. You play as Melinoë, the immortal Princess of the Underworld and Zagreus' sister, trained in the arts of Witchcraft and combat by Hecate. Your mission is to descend into the depths of the Underworld and ascend Mount Olympus to confront Chronos, the Titan of Time, who has imprisoned Hades and threatens the cosmos.
Category
Action RPG, Action, Role-playing, Adventure, Roguelite, Massively multiplayer online role-playing, Stealth, Survival, other
About
Hades II is Supergiant Games' first direct sequel, continuing the tradition of the mythological rogue-like genre. You play as Melinoë, the immortal Princess of the Underworld and Zagreus' sister, trained in the arts of Witchcraft and combat by Hecate. Your mission is to descend into the depths of the Underworld and ascend Mount Olympus to confront Chronos, the Titan of Time, who has imprisoned Hades and threatens the cosmos.
The game builds upon the foundation of the original Hades, introducing an entirely new character, Melinoë, who wields powerful arcane magic alongside her chthonic weapons. Players will navigate new sprawling environments, interact with dozens of unique, fully-voiced characters including returning Olympians and new mythological figures like Apollo and Hecate, and master a variety of versatile weapon aspects. The core roguelite loop—die, get stronger, try again—is enhanced with the Altar of Ashes progression system, allowing for deep customization of Melinoë’s abilities between runs.
Features
- A Roguelite Sequel: Explore a massive, mythological world that gets bigger, richer, and more varied with each attempt.
- Witchcraft and Magic: Utilize the power of the Arcana and gather ingredients to unlock potent Incantations and permanent upgrades.
- New Protagonist: Play as Melinoë, an agile and powerful witch, offering a distinct combat style focused on ranged attacks and magical bursts.
- Chthonic Weapons: Master five unique primary weapons, each with multiple aspects offering drastically different combat dynamics.
- Expanded Pantheon: Encounter new Greek gods like Apollo, Hecate, and Moros, along with returning favorites like Zeus and Poseidon.
- Supergiant Storytelling: Experience an interwoven, non-linear narrative where progression is tied to death and new dialogue reveals lore.
- Stunning Visuals: Hand-painted environments, vibrant character art, and an award-winning orchestral soundtrack enhance the experience.
Ratings
User Reviews
- Hades II takes everything great about the original and amplifies it. The combat as Melinoë feels fantastic, and the new storyline with Chronos is captivating.
- Supergiant Games has done it again. The music, the art, the deep systems—it's simply one of the best roguelites ever made, even in Early Access.
- Melinoë is a brilliant protagonist, and the addition of Witchcraft mechanics adds layers of strategy that keep every run feeling fresh and experimental.
- The narrative payoff is incredible. Dying isn't just a mechanic; it's a way to unlock vital character interactions and plot developments.