This Hades II edition includes:
- Character compendium, for further insight into the game's universe and lore
- Digital Bonus Divine Soundtrack, for an even more epic adventure, in a format available only on Nintendo Switch 2!
Hades II is an action title that once again leads players into the Greek Underworld, in the first sequel developed by Supergiant Games. Playing as Melinoe, princess of the Underworld and younger sister of Zagreus (the protagonist of the first chapter), players are invited to explore dungeons full of traps and fearsome adversaries to defeat in combat, with the goal of overthrowing the Titan of Time, Cronus.
Fight using a vast arsenal, traverse the depths of the underworld, forge bonds with the gods, and use their help to reach Cronus. And if you fall in battle, don't worry... every defeat is just one more step toward your goal!
Hades II expands the acclaimed combat system of its predecessor with many new weapons and abilities.
Room after room, Melinoe can rely on close-range and ranged attacks, which can be combined with spell sets with varying effects (fire, ice, and much more!). In addition, Omega Attacks join the arsenal, powerful spells that can be activated by spending Mana (another major new feature in this chapter).
Finally, for additional bonuses, Hades II also introduces Arcane Cards, which grant different bonuses in each game.
Between one room and the next, keep an eye out for the Gods of Olympus! Each deity tells a piece of the story and offers upgrades capable of radically changing the effectiveness of Melinoe's equipment.
Each Hades II session is an adventure in itself, and Melinoe's story is written game after game.
It's not just the weapons, spells, and upgrades that change, but also the dialogue with bosses and side characters. Furthermore, depending on the path selected, you can uncover backstories and explore other branches of the narrative.
Will you manage to write every page of the adventure?
The gaming experience begins with modest equipment, which can be upgraded through exploration and epic battles. As in every rogue-like, Hades II also does not allow you to take all the advantages you've earned with you in the event of defeat. Only some remain with Melinoe and serve to speed up progression in subsequent games...
Furthermore, in Hades II, God Mode can be activated right from the start, making the game's difficulty suitable even for novice players.
Hades II brings back the unmistakable traits of Supergiant Games:
- Layered gameplay, with a constant sense of progression and satisfaction
- A unique, hand-crafted art style that is consistent with the adventure's "underworld" settings
- A story worth experiencing, capable of keeping the player glued to the screen, victory after victory, defeat after defeat
On Nintendo Switch 2, the experience is even better, thanks to a free update that includes improved visual effects, superior texture quality at up to 120fps and 1080p resolution in TV mode (60fps and 1080p in handheld mode).
Features:
- Supergiant Games' first sequel: Hades II is the sequel to the award-winning action video game with rogue-like elements set in the underworld of Greek mythology. Playing as Melinoe, princess of the Underworld, this time players will have to face a new threat: Cronus, the Titan of Time.
- Meet new Gods, spirits, and monsters: The Hades II cast draws heavily from Greek mythology. New deities grant players unique upgrades and tell a story full of twists and turns (game after game)!
- Master spells and sorcery: Melee weapons, ranged attacks, and... magic! Hades II introduces Omega Attacks, powerful abilities that require the use of Mana, for an even more satisfying combat system!
- Game Over is just the beginning: Get permanent upgrades and write every page of the story, exploring the Underworld in depth. Every session is an adventure in itself!
- God Mode, the beauty of immortality: In Hades II, God Mode is available from launch day. Activate it to make the experience more approachable and discover everything the game has to offer, without fear of the next defeat.
- An unmistakable style, even more beautiful on Nintendo Switch 2: Thanks to a free update, Supergiant Games' style shines on Nintendo Switch 2. Enjoy improved visual effects, superior texture quality at up to 120fps and 1080p in TV mode.
- Divine bonuses: This special physical edition of Hades II includes a character compendium and a digital soundtrack, in addition to a reversible cover.
