Hades 2's "Olympic Update" delivers a massive content injection, boosting Melinoe's power and introducing a thrilling new region: Mount Olympus.
Hades 2's Olympic Update: Ascension to Olympus
Enhanced Melinoe and Challenging Foes
Supergiant Games has unleashed the highly anticipated Olympic Update for Hades 2, promising significant gameplay enhancements and a wealth of new content. The developers plan to closely monitor player feedback to refine the update's impact. Prepare for a substantial upgrade, featuring a new region, weapon, characters, animal familiars, and more!Key highlights of this monumental update include:
⚫︎ New Realm: Conquer Mount Olympus, the divine abode of the Greek gods, and safeguard its future. ⚫︎ New Weapon: Master the otherworldly Xinth, the Black Coat – the final Nocturnal Arm. ⚫︎ New Companions: Forge alliances with two fresh allies in their native territory. ⚫︎ New Familiars: Discover and bond with two adorable new animal companions. ⚫︎ Crossroads Revamp: Customize the Crossroads with dozens of new cosmetic items. ⚫︎ Expanded Narrative: Immerse yourself in hours of new dialogue as the story unfolds within the new region. ⚫︎ Enhanced World Map: Experience a refined world map presentation as you traverse the game's regions. ⚫︎ Mac Compatibility: 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 already lauded for its replayability and extensive content. This major update further expands the game's depth, adding hours of new dialogue and significantly advancing the plot. The addition of Olympus, the mythical home of Zeus and the Greek pantheon, promises to dramatically escalate the tension.
The update also refines existing mechanics. Several Nocturnal Arms and Abilities have been overhauled, including Witch's Staff, Sister Blades, Umbral Flames, and Moonstone Axe Specials, allowing for greater player customization. Melinoe's Dash has been enhanced for speed and responsiveness. However, this update doesn't just buff the player; enemies and challenges are also intensified.
Mount Olympus introduces a host of new enemies, including unique Wardens and a formidable Guardian. Existing Surface enemies have also undergone adjustments:
⚫︎ Chronos: Reduced downtime between phases; minor adjustments implemented. ⚫︎ Eris: Various adjustments; notably, she's less likely to stand in flames. ⚫︎ Infernal Beast: Reappears sooner after the first phase; minor adjustments made. ⚫︎ Polyphemus: No longer summons Elite foes; other minor adjustments. ⚫︎ Charybdis: Reduced number of phases; more intense flailing and less downtime. ⚫︎ Headmistress Hecate: Loses invulnerability sooner after her Sisters of the Dead are defeated. ⚫︎ Ranged Foes: Fewer ranged attacks fired simultaneously. ⚫︎ Miscellaneous: Various other minor enemy and combat adjustments.
