The highly anticipated sequel to the acclaimed dungeon crawler *Hades*, titled *Hades II*, is on the horizon from Supergiant Games. With an early access version launched in 2024, fans are eager to know when they can expect the full game to hit the shelves and what the developers have hinted about its release.

Hades II Full Release Estimate

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*Hades II* has been available in early access for PC players since May 6, 2024, through Steam and the Epic Games Store. This was followed by an early access release for macOS users on October 16, 2024, accompanied by a significant content update. The most recent update for early access players was rolled out on February 19, 2025. Console players, however, will have to wait for the full launch to join the fray. Supergiant Games plans to use the feedback from this extended early access period to refine the game before its official release.

Considering the feedback from the February 2025 update, a full release for *Hades II* might be expected in Q2 2025, spanning from April to June. An April release seems unlikely as it might not provide Supergiant Games with sufficient time to thoroughly analyze and implement the feedback. A more realistic target could be May 2025, marking a full year since the early access began, giving the developers ample time to incorporate necessary changes.

Even in its early access phase, *Hades II* is already demonstrating its potential to meet the high expectations set by its predecessor. With an official release expected sometime in 2025, the gaming community is buzzing with anticipation. An announcement regarding the exact 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 for the sequel. Supergiant Games has been relatively quiet about the full release date, preferring to let players experience the game's development through the early access phase. The last significant press engagement was around the game's technical test and initial early access launch in April and May 2024, after which the focus shifted back to development rather than promotion.

In discussions with media outlets like Game Informer in May 2024, Supergiant Games expressed their intent to preserve the core elements that made the first game a success, while introducing new characters and features, including the protagonist Melinoë, to keep the experience fresh and engaging. As fans eagerly await the full release of *Hades II*, they look forward to diving back into the thrilling dungeon-crawling adventure that captivated so many with the original game.