Greg Kasavin, creative director of Supergiant Games, has shared his vision on the legacy that their acclaimed titles, Hades and Hades 2, might leave behind. In a recent interview with GamesRadar+ ahead of the 2026 BAFTA Games Awards, Kasavin took a humble stance, stating that he doesn’t worry much about the legacy of his games. “We never know what the legacy of our games will be. Most video games tend to be forgotten, so if we manage to create something that isn’t forgotten right away, that’s great,” he said. They want their games to be remembered and played Despite […]
Greg Kasavin, creative director of Supergiant Games, has shared his vision on the legacy that their acclaimed titles, Hades and Hades 2, might leave behind. In a recent interview with GamesRadar+ ahead of the 2026 BAFTA Games Awards, Kasavin took a humble stance, stating that he doesn’t worry much about the legacy of his games. “We never know what the legacy of our games will be. Most video games tend to be forgotten, so if we manage to create something that isn’t forgotten right away, that’s great,” he said.
They want their games to be remembered and played
Despite its modest attitude, Hades has received a score of 93 on Metacritic, while its sequel, Hades 2, has reached an impressive 95, highlighting its universal acclaim. Kasavin expressed his gratitude towards the players, emphasizing the importance of the time they dedicate to enjoying their works. “Games require an investment of time, and that’s why we appreciate those who choose to play our titles,” he commented.
The director also reflected on how the legacy of games does not completely belong to the developers once they are released. “Once a game is released, it no longer fully belongs to us,” he noted, suggesting that it is the audience who truly decides what place Hades and Hades 2 will occupy in the history of video games.
Kasin also compared his work to the rich tradition of Greek mythology, which does not belong to any person or company. “Greek mythology is something communal that transcends borders,” he stated, emphasizing the universal nature of the stories that have inspired his work. This perspective not only highlights Kasavin’s humility but also the depth of the connection between games and their rich narrative.”
2025 is becoming a standout year in the world of video games, with a variety of titles competing for the prestigious Game of the Year (GOTY) recognition. Among the most acclaimed is Hades 2, the highly anticipated roguelike from Supergiant Games, which has been released in early access and is now available on both PC and the new Switch 2 console. With an average of 95 on Metacritic for its PC version and 94 for Switch 2, Hades 2 has received high ratings, positioning itself as one of the favorites of the year. Hades 2 […]
2025 is shaping up to be a standout year in the world of video games, with a variety of titles competing for the prestigious Game of the Year (GOTY) recognition. Among the most acclaimed is Hades 2, the highly anticipated roguelike from Supergiant Games, which has been released in early access and is now available on both PC and the new Switch 2 console. With an average of 95 on Metacritic for its PC version and 94 for Switch 2, Hades 2 has received high ratings, positioning itself as one of the favorites of the year.
Hades 2 dominates among the audience and critics
Hades 2 surpasses other contenders like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Hollow Knight: Silksong, which have ratings of 93 and 92, respectively. However, it is noteworthy that Hades 2 is tied in score with the ports of The Legend of Zelda, which also hold a 95, although these are not releases from 2025. Critics have praised the evolution of Hades 2, which has improved its content and gameplay through multiple updates since its early access.
In addition to Hades 2, other titles are catching the attention of players, such as Shujinkou, an educational JRPG that has begun to gain recognition, and Blue Prince, released earlier this year with a rating of 92 on Metacritic. Split Fiction is also making a mark, with a score of 91, and is in the conversation, along with other titles like Donkey Kong Bananza, Death Stranding 2, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, which could be on the list of nominees for the Game Awards.
However, this year is not without concerns, especially regarding the acceptance of the Nintendo Switch 2 in the market. Some analysts and players have expressed their worries about the future of the console, which could have a significant impact on its development and on the industry as a whole.
Supergiant Games has announced that Hades II, the highly anticipated sequel to the acclaimed original title, will be released in early access on September 25, 2025. This game, like its predecessor, will be available exclusively on Nintendo consoles and PC at launch, marking a new chapter in the successful roguelike action saga. One of the most anticipated games of the year, Hades II will have a price of €28.99 for its digital edition, which will be released simultaneously with early access. For players looking for a physical experience, the physical edition of the game will be available from […]
Supergiant Games has announced that Hades II, the highly anticipated sequel to the acclaimed original title, will be released in early access on September 25, 2025. This game, like its predecessor, will be available exclusively on Nintendo consoles and PC at launch, marking a new chapter in the successful roguelike action saga.
One of the most anticipated games of the year
Hades II will have a price of €28.99 for its digital edition, which will be released at the same time as early access. For players looking for a physical experience, the physical edition of the game will be available starting November 20, at a cost of €50. This version will include the full game and an upgrade package on a single cartridge, making it easy to access all content from launch.
The version for Nintendo Switch 2 will offer optimized performance, running at 1080p at 120fps, while the original Switch model will run the game at 720p at 60fps. Players who already have a saved game on PC will be able to transfer it to their Nintendo console, which is a significant addition for those starting their adventure from another platform.
During the September Nintendo Direct, where several new titles for Switch were revealed, Hades II was one of the highlights that caught the attention of the gaming community. In addition to the physical and digital edition, it has been confirmed that the update package will be free, providing players with more opportunities to enjoy additional content in their gaming experience.
Hades II is now available for pre-order, which promises to generate great interest among fans and provide an exciting experience that evolves the narrative and design of its predecessor. Meanwhile, more announcements about the game are expected as its release approaches.
The highly anticipated roguelike from Supergiant Games, Hades 2, has received a massive update that includes over 5,000 words of patch notes, known as The Invisible Update. This third major patch marks an important milestone in the development of the game, which has been in early access for over a year. The developer has announced that they are starting to prepare for the final release, which will include the true conclusion of Melinoë’s story. They want everything to be in place for the game’s launch. Despite the excitement generated, a confirmation has not yet been made for a […]
The highly anticipated roguelike from Supergiant Games, Hades 2, has received a massive update that includes over 5,000 words of patch notes, known as The Invisible Update. This third major patch marks an important milestone in the development of the game, which has been in early access for over a year. The developer has announced that it is starting to prepare for the final release, which will include the true conclusion of Melinoë’s story.
They want everything to be in its place for the game launch
Despite the excitement generated, a release date for version 1.0 has not yet been confirmed. However, Supergiant has promised to provide more information in the future and has thanked players for their patience during this process. The main focus for the final release will be to complete the narrative of Melinoë, without the inclusion of new regions or encounters, allowing for a phase of polishing and balancing of existing skills.
Developers have also confirmed that achievements will be added to the game, which is good news for players, as it will not be necessary to start from the beginning to unlock these new goals. As the early access phase comes to a close, Supergiant Games emphasizes its commitment to delivering a game that is not only a worthy sequel to the successful original Hades, but also the largest, most replayable, and feature-rich to date.
On the other hand, it has been revealed that Hades 2 will be released first on the Switch 2 console, where developers hope to enhance the game’s graphical features. With this move, fans can expect a visually stunning experience on this new platform.
The recent Nintendo Direct has revealed an exciting catalog of titles for the upcoming hybrid console, Nintendo Switch 2. One of the most notable announcements is the arrival of Hades 2, the highly anticipated roguelite from Supergiant Games, which will launch as a timed exclusive on the new platform. The game, which is currently in early access on PC, will be available first on Switch 2, although the duration of this exclusivity has not yet been confirmed. Fans are wondering when the title will arrive on other platforms like PlayStation and Xbox, as both Nintendo and Supergiant have kept this information under […]
The recent Nintendo Direct has revealed an exciting catalog of titles for the upcoming hybrid console, Nintendo Switch 2. One of the standout announcements is the arrival of Hades 2, the highly anticipated roguelite from Supergiant Games, which will launch as a timed exclusive on the new platform. The game, which is currently in early access on PC, will be available first on Switch 2, although the duration of this exclusivity has not yet been confirmed. Fans are wondering when the title will arrive on other platforms like PlayStation and Xbox, as both Nintendo and Supergiant have kept this information under wraps.
Other very juicy… and expensive exclusive games
A recent promotional video of Hades 2 published by Nintendo on X offers a deeper look at the game’s storyline and mechanics, and follows the journey of Melinoë, a new protagonist. At the end of the video, it is mentioned that the game will be released first for consoles on Nintendo Switch 2, promising more details in the near future.
In addition to Hades 2, the Nintendo Direct brought surprises from FromSoftware with the announcement of The Duskbloods, a PvPvE game directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki, scheduled to be released in 2026 exclusively on the new Nintendo console. Although many hope that this title will come to other platforms, the fact that it is coming in partnership with Nintendo indicates that its future availability remains uncertain.
Among other major announcements were titles such as Mario Kart: World and Donkey Kong: Bananza, which add more reasons to consider the new console. It is also anticipated that Supergiant Games will share more information about Hades 2 and other projects in 2025. Fans will be on the lookout for any updates regarding this exciting phase for Nintendo.
We still don’t know when Hades II will be released, but we already know some details about the promising sequel to one of the most famous indies of recent years.
We can’t think of many games that are more anticipated than Hades II. The sequel to Supergiant Games’ game is generating unusual excitement for an indie game, given the success of its first installment. Therefore, it shouldn’t surprise us that every little detail that has appeared about the game has been eagerly devoured by its fans.
We are one of those fanatics. That’s why we bring you a compilation of everything we know so far about Hades II. Because along with the latest news, it’s much more than it seems.
First and foremost, it is important to note that there is currently an ongoing technical test for Hades II on Steam. If you wish to play the game before anyone else, you can register on the game’s Steam page. However, luck will be a determining factor. Many people are signing up and these types of tests are always limited, so only a few will be chosen. As a first small group of selected players has already demonstrated.
Aware of the interest it generates, Supergiant Games conducted a three-hour live stream on April 17th showcasing the content that can be played in the technical test of Hades II. And although it’s only three hours of a game that potentially will last more than 30 or 40 hours, there is a lot to talk about.
One thing we can talk about the least is the combat. From what we have seen in this first approach, the game’s combat remains very similar to the first one. The more detailed scenarios and a greater contrast of colors make it easier to see the projectiles, but in general terms, it seems that it has not changed particularly. Something that we will have to wait for in the future to know in detail.
What we do know is that the protagonist, named Melinöe, will not only fight and talk to the other gods of Olympus. She will also be able to fish and engage in agriculture, with which she will obtain different rewards, including passive benefits for the runs. Although we still don’t know all the details about it.
Where we do have very juicy information, in addition to much more, is in the characters. We have a new protagonist, the aforementioned Melinöe, whom we will get to know not only as a young adult, but also as a child. Known characters return, some of them with a significant redesign. The complete list of known characters that return includes Hades, Zeus, Demeter, Poseidon, Artemis, Aphrodite, Hypnos, and Charon.
Among the new ones, in addition to Melinoë herself, we have already seen twelve new characters. These are Hecate, Moros, Apollo, Nemesis, Dora, Cronos, Odysseus, Hestia, Hephaestus, Selene, and Arachne. Among the community, the designs of Hephaestus, Hecate, and Moros have caused a special impact. And we can’t say we don’t understand why.
Just like in the previous version, these characters will not only be part of the game’s narrative, but they will also grant us different powers when we encounter them in our matches. Integrating them within the game’s own systems.
Regarding the scenario, we should not expect big changes. Not when we are still in the underworld. The reason is that, after the events of the first game, Cronos, the titan of time, has escaped from his imprisonment, has captured Hades, and has started a war against Olympus. It is the duty of Melinoë, princess of the underworld, to dive back into the land of the dead to challenge, and only after a few failures, defeat the forces of Cronos.
Although the story will unfold later in the interaction with the characters, we still don’t know more details about it. But considering the number of characters, new and already known, we are sure that it will have more than enough content for those who want to see it all.
About when you can play and where, we know everything except the most important thing. Its release date. For now, you can sign up for the technical test on PC, which will last between one week and one month. After that, the game will be released in early access exclusively for PC. Its official release will happen around one or two years after its early access release for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, and PC.
‘Hades 2’ doesn’t fool anyone: it will be another action roguelike adventure inspired by Greek mythology in which you’ll basically keep improving little by little while dying over and over again without stopping.
I don’t think it comes as a surprise to anyone that, after the mega-success of ‘Hades’ in 2020, Supergiant Games was going to get to work on its sequel as soon as possible. And that’s exactly what they did: just yesterday on Twitter they announced that they were already going to start with the technical tests as a previous step before launching it in early access. Of course, the die-hard fans have already positioned themselves to be the chosen ones for glory.
Actually, ‘Hades 2’ doesn’t fool anyone: it will be another action roguelike adventure inspired by Greek mythology in which you will basically improve little by little while dying over and over again. How can such a frustrating game be so devilishly entertaining? There will be a change, and not a small one: instead of Zagreus, this sequel will introduce the Princess of the Underworld, a nameless character who will have to defeat the forces of the Titan of Time.
Black magic and sorcery in addition to weapons and devilish rhythm? Please and thank you. The path is quite clear from now on: first a technical test with the fans to catch bugs ahead of time. After fixing them, the early access version. And after implementing the feedback, the proper release and – I suppose – the collection of awards wherever it goes. There is no doubt that it will earn them.
The best game of 2018 comes to Netflix, but with one but: it only does it for iOS platforms, without a specific date, and with no intention of doing it for Android
Some games have an immortal aura. No matter how many years go by, they continue to be considered the best games of each year. Every year. They have a very loyal, broad, and vocal audience that is always eager for news about the game, possible sequels, or, when possible, some kind of port or new content. Because the game, for one reason or another, has become the game of their life.
That’s why it’s big news that Supergiant Games has announced a version of Hades for iOS devices. Although we’ll still have to wait until 2024 to enjoy it on iPhone and iPad, exclusively through Netflix Games, we already have some details about this port. For example, it’s being co-developed by Supergiant Games themselves in collaboration with Secret6, a studio that has previously worked as a support studio on titles like Monster Train or Cyberpunk 2077.
According to the studio, Hades for iOS will be an extremely faithful version of the PC and console game, with all the speed and surprises we’re used to in Hades. One of the most noteworthy aspects is that it will feature fully customizable touch controls designed specifically for this port. However, for those who want an experience closer to the original, they’ll also be able to use a wireless Bluetooth controller to play it as if it were a console.
Other things they’ve confirmed are that it will allow saving game progress in the cloud and will have its own achievements. Unfortunately, saved game files won’t be shareable with other versions of the game.
Apart from that, Hades doesn’t have a specific release date beyond 2024. Additionally, at least for the time being, it will be exclusive to Netflix on iOS, so it won’t be available for purchase on the App Store or Android platforms.
Hades II, in early access form, will arrive in 2024, although not without a small delay, which is accompanied by good news.
Few games are more anticipated than Hades 2. Its first installment was a resounding success, to the surprise of both the studio and fans. The studio’s previous games were excellent but had gone relatively unnoticed in terms of public reception. However, Hades exploded in popularity from the very beginning. This has led them to be more cautious with its sequel. Knowing the high expectations people have, they have decided to release it as an early access title. With some bad news about it.
The early access release of Hades 2, which will be available on Steam and the Epic Games Store, has been delayed until the second quarter of 2024. Before its launch, there will be a technical test, which is also scheduled for the same timeframe. Originally, the game was intended to release its early access in the first quarter of 2024.
However, these bad news come with some juicy details that compensate for the extra wait. To begin with, the technical test will have much more limited content compared to what we will see in the early access. Moreover, with the early access, they intend to achieve two things simultaneously: polish the game with player feedback and advance the story and character relationships with each new update. Thus, it’s not just an early access but also somewhat an episodic version of the game within the early access.
While they don’t know how much it will cost to launch version 1.0 of Hades 2 and exit early access, they are currently focused on creating all the content to make the early access satisfying to play as a complete game on its own. So, even though we still don’t know its release date or price, one thing is certain: Hades 2 aims to be even bigger than its predecessor.
