Hades 2 Unveils Epic Update: Olympus Summit and Beyond

Hades 2's highly anticipated "Olympic Update" introduces a powerful new region, characters, weapons, and more, significantly enhancing the gameplay experience. Melinoe and her foes receive substantial upgrades, creating a more challenging and rewarding adventure.

Hades 2's Olympic Update: Ascent to Mount Olympus

Enhanced Challenges for Melinoe and Enemies

Key features of this monumental update include:

• New Region: Mount Olympus: Conquer the home of the gods and uncover its secrets.
• New Weapon: Xinth, the Black Coat: Master the power of this otherworldly Nocturnal Arm.
• New Characters & Familiars: Forge alliances with two new allies and bond with two new animal companions.
• Crossroads Enhancements: Customize your Crossroads with dozens of new cosmetic items.
• Expanded Narrative: Immerse yourself in hours of new dialogue and story developments.
• Improved World Map: Experience a streamlined presentation when traveling between regions.
• Mac Support: Native support for Macs with Apple M1 chips or later.

Currently in early access, Hades 2 has already garnered praise for its engaging gameplay and rich content. This update further expands the game's world, adding significant replayability with new dialogue and storylines. The addition of Olympus, the mythical home of the Greek gods, promises to significantly intensify the narrative and challenge players.

Melinoe's abilities have received a significant overhaul. The Witch's Staff, Sister Blades, Umbral Flames, and Moonstone Axe Specials have been reworked for improved responsiveness, and her Dash is now faster and more reactive. However, this update also enhances enemy difficulty.

The addition of Mount Olympus introduces new enemies, including Wardens and a Guardian. Existing enemies from the Surface have also been adjusted for a more balanced and challenging experience:

• Chronos: Reduced downtime between phases, minor adjustments.
• Eris: Various adjustments, including a reduction in her tendency to stand in flames.
• Infernal Beast: Faster resurfacing after the first phase, minor adjustments.
• Polyphemus: No longer summons Elite foes, minor adjustments.
• Charybdis: Reduced number of phases, more intense attacks, reduced downtime.
• Headmistress Hecate: Loses invulnerability sooner after her Sisters of the Dead are defeated.
• Ranged Enemies: Fewer enemies firing simultaneously.
• Various other minor enemy and combat adjustments.