Hades 2's "Olympic Update" delivers a major content boost, enhancing Melinoe's abilities and introducing a breathtaking new region: Mount Olympus.

Hades 2's Olympic Update: Ascending to Olympus

Melinoe and Enemies Enhanced

Key highlights of the "practically mountain-sized" Olympic Update:

⚫︎ New Region: Mount Olympus: Explore the legendary home of the gods and face the challenge of saving it. ⚫︎ New Weapon: Xinth, the Black Coat: Master the otherworldly power of this Nocturnal Arm. ⚫︎ New Characters: Forge alliances with two new allies in their native territory. ⚫︎ New Familiars: Discover and bond with two captivating new animal companions. ⚫︎ Crossroads Renewal: Customize the Crossroads with dozens of new cosmetic items. ⚫︎ Expanded Story: Uncover hours of new dialogue and unravel the deepening mysteries of the plot. ⚫︎ World Map: Experience an enhanced visual presentation when traversing between regions. ⚫︎ Mac Support: Native support for Macs with Apple M1 chips or later.

Currently in early access on PC (with a full release and console launch planned for next year), Hades 2 has already garnered acclaim for its replayability and substantial content. The Olympic Update further expands this, adding significant gameplay hours through new dialogue and voice lines. The arrival of Olympus, the mythical realm of the Greek gods, promises to dramatically increase the stakes.

Significant improvements have been made to Melinoe's abilities, including reworked specials for the Witch's Staff, Sister Blades, Umbral Flames, and Moonstone Axe, enhancing her adaptability. Her Dash has also received a speed and responsiveness boost. However, this update doesn't just buff Melinoe; enemies have also received upgrades.

Mount Olympus introduces a host of new enemies, including formidable Wardens and a powerful Guardian. Existing Surface enemies have also undergone adjustments:

⚫︎ Chronos: Reduced downtime between phases; minor adjustments. ⚫︎ Eris: Various adjustments; no longer prone to standing in flames. ⚫︎ Infernal Beast: Resurfaces sooner after the first phase; minor adjustments. ⚫︎ Polyphemus: No longer summons Elite foes; minor adjustments. ⚫︎ Charybdis: Reduced number of phases; more intense flailing with reduced downtime. ⚫︎ Headmistress Hecate: Loses invulnerability sooner after her Sisters of the Dead are defeated. ⚫︎ Ranged Enemies: Fewer simultaneous attacks. ⚫︎ Other Minor Changes: Various adjustments to foes and combat encounters.