Hades 2's Olympus Update Unveils Characters, Weapons, and More
Hades 2's "Olympic Update" delivers a massive content injection, boosting Melinoe's abilities and introducing a challenging new region: Mount Olympus.
Hades 2's Olympic Update: Ascending to New Heights
Enhanced Melinoe and Tougher Foes
Supergiant Games' highly anticipated "Olympic Update" for Hades 2 has arrived, bringing a wealth of new content and improvements. The developers have committed to closely monitoring player feedback to refine the update's impact. This major update introduces a fresh region, a powerful new weapon, additional characters and animal familiars, and much more!Key highlights of this substantial update include:
- New Region: Mount Olympus: Conquer the gods' domain and face the challenges awaiting you on Olympus.
- New Weapon: Xinth, the Black Coat: Master the otherworldly power of this Nocturnal Arm.
- New Characters & Familiars: Forge alliances with two new allies and bond with two 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.
- Enhanced World Map: Experience a refined presentation when navigating between regions.
- Mac Support (Native): Enjoy native performance on Apple M1 and later Macs.
Hades 2, currently in Early Access on PC, is building on the success of its predecessor with substantial content and high replayability. The full game and console releases are expected next year. This update significantly expands the gameplay experience, adding new dialogue and voice lines, and introducing the pivotal location of Mount Olympus, home to Zeus' throne.
The update also features significant reworks to Melinoe's abilities and several Nocturnal Arms, enhancing her responsiveness and adaptability. However, the increased challenge is met with the introduction of new enemies and revamped encounters throughout the game:
- Olympus's New Threats: Face off against new Wardens and a formidable new Guardian.
- Surface Enemy Adjustments: Experience refined combat encounters with updated foes, including Chronos, Eris, the Infernal Beast, Polyphemus, Charybdis, and Headmistress Hecate. Many ranged attackers have also received adjustments to their attack patterns.
This substantial update promises to significantly extend the lifespan and excitement of Hades 2's Early Access phase.
