Melinoe and her adversaries are gaining strength, and a brand-new region awaits exploration with the release of Hades 2's inaugural major update, "The Olympic Update."
Hades 2 Unveils First Major Update: The Olympic Update
Melinoe and Foes Get Stronger
"Our first Major Update is finally here," announced Supergiant Games today with the launch of Hades 2's first major update, The Olympic Update. "In the coming weeks, we will be closely monitoring player feedback to ensure our latest changes are robust and enjoyable." Hades 2's The Olympic Update introduces a host of thrilling new features, including a new region to explore, a weapon to master, additional characters to meet, and new Animal Familiars to bond with, among many others.Here are the key highlights of Hades 2's "practically mountain-sized" The Olympic Update:
⚫︎ New Region: Can you ascend to Olympus, the mountain of the gods? And if so, can you save it?
⚫︎ New Weapon: Master the otherworldly power of Xinth, the Black Coat—the last of the Nocturnal Arms
⚫︎ New Characters: Encounter and befriend two new allies in their home environments
⚫︎ New Familiars: Forge bonds with two new animal companions, once you discover them!
⚫︎ Crossroads Renewal: Personalize the Crossroads with dozens of new cosmetic items
⚫︎ Expanded Story: Uncover hours of new dialogue as the narrative deepens upon reaching the new region
⚫︎ World Map: Navigate between regions with a new world map presentation
⚫︎ Mac Support: Now runs natively on Macs with Apple M1 or later
Hades 2, the sequel to Supergiant Games' acclaimed 2020 roguelike action-adventure game, is currently in early access. The full game, along with console releases, is anticipated for next year. Since its PC early access launch in May, Hades 2 has received acclaim for its substantial replay value and extensive content during this development phase. The first major update promises to add even more hours of content, with new dialogue and voice lines that further unravel the game's plot—things are set to escalate with the introduction of Olympus, the mythical abode of the Greek gods and the throne of Zeus.
Beyond these additions, several Nocturnal Arms and Abilities have been revamped, including the Specials for the Witch's Staff, Sister Blades, Umbral Flames, and Moonstone Axe, enhancing Melinoe's adaptability to various playstyles. Melinoe's Dash has also been refined to be faster and more responsive, enabling quicker escapes from hit-stun attacks. As Melinoe evolves, so do the challenges she faces.
Supergiant Games has introduced a variety of new enemies to complement the new Mt. Olympus region, including new Wardens and a new Guardian. Furthermore, with the addition of a third region, adjustments have been made to the enemies of the Surface:
⚫︎ Chronos: Reduced downtime between phases; other minor adjustments
⚫︎ Eris: Various adjustments; now less likely to stand in flames
⚫︎ Infernal Beast: Resurfaces sooner after the battle's first phase; various minor adjustments
⚫︎ Polyphemus: No longer summons Elite foes; other minor adjustments
⚫︎ Charybdis: Reduced number of phases; increased flailing intensity and reduced downtime
⚫︎ Headmistress Hecate: Loses invulnerability sooner after her Sisters of the Dead are vanquished
⚫︎ Ranged Foes: Fewer will fire at you simultaneously
⚫︎ Various other minor changes to foes and combat encounters
