Supergiant Games has unleashed "The Olympic Update," the first major content drop for Hades 2, introducing a thrilling new region, powerful weapons, compelling characters, and more challenges for Melinoe and her foes.
Hades 2's Olympic Update: Ascending to New Heights
Enhanced Challenges and New Allies
Supergiant Games announced, "Our first Major Update is finally here!" The Olympic Update significantly expands the *Hades 2* experience, adding hours of new content and refining existing gameplay. The developers plan to closely monitor player feedback to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.Here's a glimpse of what awaits in this monumental update:
- New Region: Mount Olympus: Conquer the mythical home of the gods and uncover its secrets. Can you save Olympus from impending doom?
- New Weapon: Xinth, the Black Coat: Master the power of this otherworldly Nocturnal Arm.
- New Characters: Forge alliances with two new allies, discovering their unique stories and earning their favor.
- New Familiars: Bond with two adorable new animal companions. Find them to unlock their companionship.
- Crossroads Renewal: Personalize your Crossroads with dozens of new cosmetic items.
- Expanded Story: Unravel a deeper narrative with hours of new dialogue and voice lines.
- World Map: Experience a redesigned world map for smoother navigation between regions.
- Mac Support: Hades 2 now runs natively on Apple Silicon Macs (M1 or later).
Currently in early access, Hades 2 has already garnered praise for its replayability and substantial content. This update further solidifies its position as a compelling roguelike action-adventure, with the addition of Olympus promising even more intense battles and narrative depth. The game's full release, including console versions, is expected sometime next year.
This update doesn't just add new content; it refines existing mechanics. Several Nocturnal Arms and Abilities have been reworked, including Witch's Staff Specials, Sister Blades, Umbral Flames, and Moonstone Axe. Melinoe's Dash has also received a significant upgrade, becoming faster and more responsive.
However, the challenges also escalate. New enemies, including Wardens and a formidable Guardian, guard the paths of Mount Olympus. Existing enemies on the Surface have also received adjustments to enhance the combat experience:
- Chronos: Reduced downtime between phases; other minor adjustments.
- Eris: Various adjustments, notably, she's less likely to stand in flames.
- Infernal Beast: Resurfaces sooner after the first phase; various minor adjustments.
- Polyphemus: No longer summons Elite foes; other minor adjustments.
- Charybdis: Reduced number of phases; increased flail intensity and reduced downtime.
- Headmistress Hecate: Loses invulnerability sooner after her Sisters of the Dead are defeated.
- Ranged Enemies: Fewer ranged attackers will fire simultaneously.
- Various other minor changes to foes and combat encounters.
