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Hades II
Action
Indie
RPG
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Captions available
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.

Developers: Supergiant Games
Publishers: Supergiant Games
Release Date: Sep 25, 2025
Price (USD): $29.99
Current Players: 19k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Overwhelmingly Positive(97%)
engaging combat
beautiful art
fantastic music
varied gameplay
rich storytelling
resource gathering
expanded content
story depth
weapon variety
weak ending
grindy progression
repetitive gameplay
weak story elements
The overall sentiment is highly positive, with players appreciating how Hades II expands on the original game with more content, deeper mechanics, and enhanced storytelling. The ending received criticism for feeling unearned or lacking impact compared to the rest of the narrative, and some elements like resource crafting were seen as unnecessary. Despite these critiques, the game is celebrated as a strong sequel and a standout roguelike title, retaining its captivating art, music, and combat dynamics.

Positive Points

  • The sequel offers a significant expansion on the original game with more content, including new mechanics, weapons, gods, and a larger world to explore.
  • The art, music, and voice acting are highly praised, maintaining a high level of quality that adds depth and immersion to the game.
  • Combat is described as fluid, rewarding, and engaging, with a variety of weapons and boons allowing for diverse playstyles and strategies.
  • The storytelling is praised for its depth, improving on previous game elements while introducing new narrative layers and character interactions.

    • Negative Points

  • Some players felt the story was weaker, particularly the ending, which was described as underwhelming or unearned by some reviewers.
  • The repetition in gameplay and the lack of significant variation in some bosses and encounters was a point of frustration for a number of players.
  • The game could feel grindy at times, especially with the progression and unlocking of certain story elements and collectibles.

    • Mixed Points

  • While many praised the depth and expansion over the original, some felt certain new mechanics like the resource gathering and crafting were unnecessary or not implemented as effectively.
  • Although the characters and writing were generally well-received, some players found certain character arcs or dialogues less compelling compared to the first game.

    • Common Themes

  • The game's beauty in art and design, alongside an engaging soundtrack, contributes significantly to its atmosphere and player immersion.
  • Players appreciate the new content and depth, noting improvements in gameplay mechanics, although some prefer the simplicity of the original game's systems.
  • There is widespread enthusiasm for the increased variety and depth in gameplay but some disappointment with specific storyline parts, particularly the ending.
    • Updated 11/14/2025, 12:01:16 AM UTC
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