While Hades 2 fans finally can take their journey through the Underworld on the go on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, the battle continues on PC with the release of the first Post-Launch Patch 1 Preview for the game. Supergiant Games said it is grateful for all the community feedback since the v1 Launch, and those reports have directly inspired a host of new enhancements, most notably to the narrative’s True Ending. This preview is now available to brave players who want to jump in early, offering a significant update to Boons, foes, and getting to the heart of Melinoe’s quest.
In Hades 2, players step into the role of Melinoe, the sister of the first game’s protagonist, Zagreus, on a quest to defeat the titan Chronos, who has overthrown her family’s domain. Melinoe’s journey is guided by her mentor, Hecate, and supported by a cast of new and returning gods. While the game maintains the same fast-paced action of its predecessor, it introduces a key mechanical shift: Melinoe is less reliant on dashing and more on a new sprint ability, which can be upgraded with boons and even used offensively to encourage a fresh approach to combat. You can check out GameSpot’s review here, where we gave it a perfect 10/10 score.
The most significant changes in this preview focus on the game’s late-stage narrative, with major enhancements to the True Ending. This includes new events both leading up to and following the ending, increasing the number of Underworld clears required, and revising key True Ending scenes. To help players revisit these moments, a new Cauldron Incantation has been added that lets you return to an earlier point in the story. Beyond the story, players will see a general balance pass to various Boons, Aspects, and Daedalus Hammer Upgrades, along with a Crossroads Renewal that reduces the Kudos cost of many decorative items, refunding any excess Kudos you’ve already spent.