Summary
Hades 2is currently only in early access but has already grabbed and held the attention of those committed to the long haul. AlthoughHades 2’s initial player counthas dropped considerably since it entered early access, Supergiant remains committed to updating it according to player feedback and polishing it to prepare it for its full release. In fact, the developer has generously labeled each of its community-inspired updates within the game itself as a show of gratitude to those fans who have continued to play the game and provide feedback. Thankfully, regular updates such as these are a good sign ofHades 2’s health, as well as its likelihood to meet its full-release projections.
It has now been over three months since Supergiant Games shadow-droppedHades 2’s early access version, with no indication yet of when it might get a full release. However, Supergiant has stated that it expectsHades 2to be in early access “at least through the end of 2024.” Given that estimation, as well as Supergiant Games' release history, it’s possible to speculate on whenHades 2might leave its early access period for a full release.
Predicting When Hades 2 Might Leave Early Access
A Breakdown of Supergiant Games' Release History
As an indie developer, Supergiant’s catalog of games it has developed isn’t very extensive. Even so, there may be enough evidence in its release history to determine a solid potential launch window for the full release ofHades 2.
Judging bySupergiant Games' release tradition, it tends to favor May and July release windows. BothTransistorandHades 2launched in May of their year, whileBastionandPyrewere released in July of theirs. As these make up four of Supergiant’s five games, it could mean the developer has established a pattern that it may follow withHades 2’s full release.
Predicting Hades 2’s Full Release Date Based on Supergiant Games' Launch History
Going solely off of Supergiant Games' release history,Hades 2’s full releasecould happen in either May or July 2025, assuming the developer honors its projections of continuing development through the end of 2024, and it has intentions to launch the game in the following year. Something else to consider is the fact that Supergiant typically launches its games on the third Tuesday of that game’s release month. As such, a more specific full release date forHades 2might be June 02, 2025 or June 14, 2025.
While it might make sense to predictHades 2’s full release date by basing it onHades' 21-month-long development road from early access to full release,Hades 2entered its early access period in a much more advanced state thanHadesdid, so it should naturally finish development sooner. Furthermore, whereasHadeswas a brand-new project for Supergiant Games,Hades 2’s developmentbenefits from already having the sturdy bones of its predecessor to help carry it along.
Of course, this is all speculation, and it’s impossible to tell what conditionHades 2will be in at the end of the year. It’s possible Supergiant Games hasn’t even entertained the idea of a firm release date forHades 2, despite having its own projections and goals. Should the developer follow the same pattern it has established in the past, fans could potentially see the full release forHades 2happen on July 14, 2025 or July 05, 2025. If not, it could be the end of 2025 or later. Whenever it does finally arrive, what matters most is that it is in the best possible condition it could be in for a full release.
Hades 2
WHERE TO PLAY
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 UNDERWORLDAs 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 SORCERYInfuse 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 MONSTERSMeet 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 ADVENTURENew 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 IMMORTALITYThanks to a variety of permanent upgrades and the return of God Mode, you don’t have to be a god yourself to experience whatHades IIhas to offer. But if you happen to be one, you’re able to brave escalating challenges for greater rewards, and prove just how divine you really are.
