Hades 2's "Olympic Update" delivers a monumental expansion, bolstering Melinoe's abilities and introducing a breathtaking new region: Mount Olympus.
Hades 2's Olympic Update: Ascension to Olympus
Enhanced Melinoe and Fortified Foes
Supergiant Games' announcement heralds the arrival of Hades 2's first major update, promising a significant gameplay overhaul. The developers emphasize their commitment to player feedback, ensuring the update's stability and effectiveness. The Olympic Update introduces a wealth of new content, including a sprawling new region, a powerful new weapon, additional characters and animal familiars, and much more.Key additions in this expansive update include:
⚫︎ New Region: Mount Olympus: Conquer the gods' domain and safeguard it from impending threats. ⚫︎ New Weapon: Xinth, the Black Coat: Master the otherworldly power of this Nocturnal Arm. ⚫︎ New Characters: Forge alliances with two new allies within their home territory. ⚫︎ New Familiars: Discover and bond with two unique animal companions. ⚫︎ Crossroads Enhancement: Unlock a plethora of new cosmetic items to personalize your Crossroads. ⚫︎ Expanded Narrative: Immerse yourself in hours of new dialogue as the story unfolds within the new region. ⚫︎ Enhanced World Map: Experience a refined presentation when transitioning between regions. ⚫︎ Mac Support: Native support for Macs with Apple M1 chips or later.
Currently in early access, Hades 2, the successor to Supergiant Games' acclaimed 2020 title, is anticipated to receive a full release and console launch next year. The game's early access release has been lauded for its exceptional replayability and substantial content. This major update further expands upon this foundation, adding significant gameplay hours through new dialogue and voice lines. The introduction of Olympus, the mythical home of the Greek gods and Zeus' throne, promises to significantly escalate the narrative tension.
Significant enhancements have been made to Melinoe's abilities and Nocturnal Arms, including reworked Specials for the Witch's Staff, Sister Blades, Umbral Flames, and Moonstone Axe, offering greater adaptability. Melinoe's Dash has also been refined for improved speed and responsiveness. However, these improvements are matched by enhancements to enemy AI and challenges.
The addition of Mount Olympus introduces a new roster of enemies, including formidable Wardens and a powerful Guardian. Existing Surface enemies have also undergone adjustments:
⚫︎ Chronos: Reduced downtime between phases; minor adjustments implemented. ⚫︎ Eris: Various adjustments; notably, she is less likely to remain in flames. ⚫︎ Infernal Beast: Respawns faster after the first phase; minor adjustments implemented. ⚫︎ Polyphemus: No longer summons Elite foes; other minor adjustments implemented. ⚫︎ Charybdis: Reduced number of phases; increased attack intensity and reduced downtime. ⚫︎ Headmistress Hecate: Loses invulnerability sooner after defeating her Sisters of the Dead. ⚫︎ Ranged Foes: Reduced simultaneous attacks from multiple ranged foes. ⚫︎ Various other minor enemy and combat adjustments.
