Hades II's second major update, "The Warsong," has arrived, bringing with it the formidable god of war, Ares, and a host of exciting new content. Let's dive into what this massive update offers players.
Hades II: The Warsong Update
Ares, God of War, Joins the Fray
The roguelike dungeon crawler Hades II receives a significant update, introducing protagonist Melinoë to the "Final Confrontation" beyond the Guardian of Olympus. The update's centerpiece is the arrival of Ares, the bloodthirsty god of war, complete with his unique Boons that promise to dramatically alter gameplay.
Beyond Ares, this update boasts a new animal familiar, challenging new enemies, a redesigned Altar of Ashes with fresh art and Arcana effects, over 2,000 new voice lines, and engaging new events. Players can even take a break from the relentless dungeon crawling to relax in the Crossroads, enjoy new soundtracks, or even share a musical duet with Artemis.
A Glimpse into the Future: The Third Major Update
While "The Warsong" is still fresh, Supergiant Games has already begun planning the third major update, promising a reveal "some months from now," as detailed in their Steam news post. Hades II remains in Early Access, with the developers stating that "it’s still too early to share our plans beyond that, including when our v1.0 launch will be." However, they hint at a potentially sooner-than-expected full release, noting that the core structure of both the Underworld and Surface routes is largely complete, with the current focus shifting to expanding and refining existing content.
Following the release of all post-launch patches for "The Warsong," Supergiant Games will prioritize the following:
- Hidden Aspects: Unveiling the undiscovered secrets of the Nocturnal Arms, ultimately allowing players to wield them.
- Enhanced Guardians: Refining boss battles to provide even greater challenge and surprise.
- Expanded Story: Further developing Melinoë's story, along with enriching various inter-character relationships and subplots.
Supergiant Games expressed their gratitude to players, stating, "In the meantime, thank you very much for playing Hades II! You're helping us get closer to achieving our goal of making our first-ever sequel our biggest, most replayable game yet, and a worthy successor to the original Hades that's filled with its own surprises and special touches."
The Hades II "The Warsong" Update is available now as a free download on Steam for existing owners.
