Hades II Reviews
Hades II reminded me that roguelites, when well-designed, aren't an exercise in frustration, but a perfect storytelling machine. Every defeat brought me back to the crossroads not with anger, but with curiosity. It's rare to find a game that balances immediacy and depth, frenzy and reflection so well. After dozens of hours, I don't feel "tired" of the game, but rather even more engaged: I want to see all the ramifications of the story, experiment with all the weapons, search for the combination of gifts that will make me feel unbeatable. This is why Hades II is not only the best roguelite ever created, but also one of the most significant works of recent years.
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Hades II still has the same style of roguelike, improved in literally every aspect. The story has become larger. Now you don't just run away from home in search of your mother, while simultaneously improving Hades' relationship with his brothers and helping him understand himself. No, this time you need to save your family from imprisonment by the Titan of Time, regain the throne of the Underworld and stop the siege of Olympus. It feels like there is three times more content than in the first part. It's a must-have for RPG/roguelike gamers everywhere!
Hades 2 left me feeling increasingly tired as I continued to play. Especially if you're playing for the sake of progressing, building and fighting, rather than exploring the story and observing NPC dialogue under different conditions, a sense of Sisyphean futility will soon set in. Fortunately, the developers haven't abandoned the strengths that made Hades great. In fact, it's precisely because the two games share a similar overall experience that the new designs in Hades 2 seem less well thought out than the original.
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Surpassing the first Hades game may seem like a Sisyphean labour. And yet, Supergiant Games managed to make Hades II even more captivating, deeper, and sincere than a god-like first part.
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Hades 2 is not just a sequel, but a reimagining of the roguelike genre, where mechanics, narrative, and setting are seamlessly intertwined. Melinoe delivers a tactical yet personalized experience with deep abilities and upgrades. The level design and combat are woven into the narrative with an exquisitely crafted feel that makes defeat part of the game's meaning. The music, lighting, and art design also add an emotional and philosophical layer to the experience. If you're looking for a game that offers both mechanical challenge and narrative richness, Hades 2 is the perfect choice.
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I enjoyed Hades II more than I did the original game. The first game had the benefit of being new and novel, but the sequel shows that Supergiant has figured out how to improve upon the incredibly strong mechanics from the first game. The charming story, gorgeous graphics, and incredibly good music all come together to prove that Hades wasn't just a one-hit wonder. It more than justifies Supergiant returning to the well.
Hades II builds on everything that the original had and manages to double the content while still keeping its Supergiant Games feel. It has unrivaled roguelite elements that prioritise player skill over randomisation, and content aplenty that you won't be left wanting for more.
Without a doubt, Hades II lives up to its predecessor, and surpasses it in a number of ways. While it can at times be overwhelming in terms of collectibles and crafting materials, there are also so many ways to enjoy the experience, through options like God Mode and Aim Assist, or just grinding out in-game achievements and other unlockables. Ultimately, my first complete run through the first Hades signalled the end of my time with that game, but for the sequel, it felt more like I was just getting started.
Hades 2 is a standout experience in a year full of highlights, keeping the player coming back run after run for just one more go. The art style and graphics are as impressive as ever, a visual feast at every turn.
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In all, Hades 2 is truly an impressive feat in gaming. It delivers on nearly every level, from gameplay to voice acting to visuals and beyond. I was already impressed in Early Access, but the final polish that Supergiant put on the game for its full launch really adds a whole other level to Hades 2. In the 1.0 release, new features like the Journal, polished artwork for character portraits and the Arcana, and more, make an already great game feel as close to perfect as I’ve experienced in recent memory.
By all accounts, what you get in gameplay and story in Hades 2 is exceptional. With a new and swift hero at the helm, great weapons to play with, new systems, and a much larger world to uncover, Hades 2 is a must-play.
Hades II is everything I wanted and more, expanding upon nearly everything in the original and making it bigger, better, and stronger. Supergiant delivers a title that will satisfy existing fans and capture new ones, creating a game that is far more than just a sequel.
It’s hard to nitpick Hades II simply because there are hardly any flaws. It’s an experience that’ll stick with me for a while, as Hades II is one of the must-play titles in a legendary year for gaming.
Hades 2 is an extremely successful sequel to the cult game. Both the seasoned pros and those new to Supergiant games are going to have a blast with it.
Mythical. Simply mythical. This is the Odyssey to the first game’s Iliad—no cheap imitation, no lazy follow-up. It’s the natural evolution of everything that made the original resonate: the music, the gameplay, the writing, and the very soul of the roguelike. One would struggle to overstate the sheer divinity of its aura as it carves its place in history as a fine way— nay, the only way — to spend your time.
Hades II is a rare example of a game that takes the best of its previous entry and morphs it into something spectacular. Combat remains sleek and responsive, while the story and the various twists that present themselves throughout are refreshing plays on a well-established mythos. You can also smooch people, which is always appreciated.
With exhilarating combat, gorgeous presentation, and narrative that rewards persistence, Hades II is the perfect type of sequel that feels both familiar and completely new. What makes it particularly extraordinary is how it turns repetition into revelation. Runs are never wasted, but instead, they unlock story beats, expand your arsenal, and deepen your mastery of the game, eventually refining your skill set and builds until you finally taste the ultimate success. It’s simply tantalising. The scale of the sequel is larger, the combat more intricate, and the content staggering in scope, yet despite its ambition, it never loses sight of the core appeal: a game that constantly tempts you into ‘just one more run’. Hades II is simply a masterpiece.
It's unclear whether Hades II was made for the rogue-like genre or the other way around, as it was built to merge with the genre. After each new attempt, your character will improve, and the story will enrich itself, and you'll restart either to get the resource you're missing, or to try to go further, or to try to find out more. This game is fantastic, and yet making a sequel to Hades was very complicated, as it seemed to be self-sufficient in every way. A great success, a fantastic game, too, in every way.
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