Hades 2 Release Date: Developer Insights

The highly anticipated sequel to the renowned dungeon crawler *Hades*, titled *Hades II*, is on its way from Supergiant Games. With an early access version launched in 2024, fans are eager to learn when the full game might be released and what insights the developers have shared about its launch.

*Hades II* Full Release Estimate

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*Hades II* entered early access for PC users on May 6, 2024, via Steam and the Epic Games Store. macOS users gained access on October 16, 2024, accompanied by a significant content update. The most recent update for early access players was on February 19, 2025. Console players, however, will have to wait until the full release to join the fun. The ongoing early access phase allows Supergiant Games to gather crucial data to refine the game before its official launch.

Considering the feedback from the February 2025 update, a full release of *Hades II* could be anticipated in Q2 2025, spanning from April to June. An April launch seems unlikely, as it may not provide Supergiant enough time to adequately address the feedback. A May 2025 release, marking a year since the early access began, appears more realistic, giving the developers sufficient time to incorporate necessary changes.

Even in its early access state, *Hades II* is proving to be a worthy successor to the original game, meeting the high expectations set by its predecessor. Fans eagerly await the full release, expected sometime in 2025, depending on the amount of development and polish Supergiant Games plans. An official announcement regarding the release date seems imminent.

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*Hades II* Release Developer Insight

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Development on *Hades II* kicked off in early 2021, with the majority of the original game's production team and voice cast returning. Supergiant Games has been relatively quiet about the full release date, focusing instead on allowing players to experience the game's progress during the early access period. The last significant press engagement occurred around the technical test and initial early access launch in April and May 2024, after which the team shifted their focus back to development.

In discussions with outlets like Game Informer in May 2024, Supergiant Games expressed their desire for *Hades II* to preserve the core elements that made the first game a success while introducing new characters and elements, including the protagonist Melinoë, to keep the experience fresh and exciting. As fans await the full release, the anticipation continues to build for returning to the thrilling dungeon-crawling adventure that captivated so many with the original *Hades*.