The highly acclaimed dungeon crawler *Hades* is set to receive a sequel, *Hades II*, from Supergiant Games. With an early access version released in 2024, here's what we anticipate for the full game's release and what the developers have hinted about its launch.
Hades II Full Release Estimate
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*Hades II* has been available in early access for PC users since May 6, 2024, through Steam and the Epic Games Store. This was followed by an early access launch for macOS users on October 16, 2024, accompanied by a significant content update. The most recent update for early access players was released on February 19, 2025. Console players, however, will not have access until the game's full launch. Supergiant Games plans to use the extended early access period to gather crucial data, which will help refine the game before its official release.
Considering the feedback from the February 2025 early access update, a full launch for *Hades II* might be expected as early as Q2 2025, covering April to June. An April release seems unlikely due to the short timeframe for Supergiant Games to process and implement the latest feedback. A May 2025 release, marking a full year since the start of early access, appears more realistic, allowing the developers ample time to incorporate necessary changes.
Even in its early access phase, *Hades II* is demonstrating its potential as a worthy sequel to the original, meeting the high expectations set by its predecessor. The gaming community eagerly awaits the official release sometime in 2025, with the exact date hinging on Supergiant Games' ongoing development and polishing efforts. An official announcement confirming *Hades II*'s release date seems imminent, and it's only a matter of time before fans get the news they've been waiting for.
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Hades II Release Developer Insight
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Development on *Hades II* kicked off in early 2021, with the majority of the original game's production team and voice cast returning for the sequel. Since then, Supergiant Games has kept details about the full release under wraps, preferring to let players experience the game's progress through early access. The last significant press coverage from the developers occurred around the game's technical test and initial early access launch in April and May 2024, after which the team shifted their focus back to development.
In interviews with outlets like Game Informer during May 2024, Supergiant Games expressed their intention to preserve the core elements that made the first game a success while introducing new characters and features, including the protagonist Melinoë. This approach aims to keep the gameplay fresh and engaging. As fans eagerly anticipate the full release of *Hades II*, they look forward to diving back into the immersive dungeon-crawling experience that captivated so many with the original game.
