Hades 2 Olympic Update Features New Characters, Weapons, Mount Olympus and More!

Hades 2's "Olympic Update" delivers a monumental expansion, bolstering Melinoe's capabilities and introducing a challenging new region: Mount Olympus.

Hades 2's Olympic Update: A Mountain of New Content

Enhanced Melinoe and Fortified Foes

Supergiant Games has unleashed the highly anticipated Olympic Update for Hades 2. The developers are actively monitoring player feedback to ensure a smooth and engaging experience. This substantial update introduces a breathtaking new area, a formidable new weapon, additional allies, charming new animal companions, and a wealth of other enhancements.

Key features of the "practically mountain-sized" Olympic Update include:

⚫︎ New Region: Mount Olympus: Conquer the legendary home of the gods and face the challenges that await. ⚫︎ New Weapon: Xinth, the Black Coat: Master the power of this otherworldly Nocturnal Arm. ⚫︎ New Characters: Forge alliances with two new allies within their domain. ⚫︎ New Familiars: Discover and bond with two adorable new animal companions. ⚫︎ Crossroads Renewal: Customize your Crossroads with dozens of new cosmetic items. ⚫︎ Expanded Narrative: Immerse yourself in hours of new dialogue as the story unfolds. ⚫︎ Enhanced World Map: Navigate the game world with a redesigned world map. ⚫︎ Mac Support: Enjoy native Mac support on Apple M1 chips and later.

Currently in early access on PC (with a full release and console launch anticipated next year), Hades 2 has already garnered praise for its replayability and substantial content. The Olympic Update significantly expands upon this foundation, adding hours of gameplay and enriching the narrative with new dialogue and voice lines. The introduction of Olympus, the mythical realm of the Greek gods, promises to intensify the action and raise the stakes.

Significant improvements have also been made to Melinoe's abilities, including enhanced responsiveness and speed for her dash. Several Nocturnal Arms and Abilities have received reworks, particularly the Specials for the Witch's Staff, Sister Blades, Umbral Flames, and Moonstone Axe, offering increased adaptability. However, these enhancements are matched by increased challenges.

The addition of Mount Olympus brings a host of new enemies, including formidable Wardens and a powerful Guardian. Existing enemies in the Surface region have also undergone adjustments to maintain a balanced challenge:

⚫︎ Chronos: Reduced downtime between phases; minor adjustments implemented. ⚫︎ Eris: Various adjustments, notably eliminating her tendency to remain in flames. ⚫︎ Infernal Beast: Reappears sooner after the first phase; minor adjustments made. ⚫︎ Polyphemus: No longer summons Elite foes; other minor adjustments implemented. ⚫︎ Charybdis: Reduced number of phases; increased intensity and reduced downtime in flailing attacks. ⚫︎ Headmistress Hecate: Loses invulnerability sooner after her Sisters of the Dead are defeated. ⚫︎ Ranged Enemies: Fewer ranged attacks fired simultaneously. ⚫︎ Miscellaneous Enemy Adjustments: Numerous minor adjustments to enemies and combat encounters.