Hades - Guides

Page 2

Sea of Thieves Tag Page Cover Art
10 /10

Hades

Action RPG
Roguelite
Systems
Top Critic Avg: 94 /100 Critics Rec: 99%
Released
September 17, 2020
ESRB
T for Teen: Alcohol Reference, Blood, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence
Developer(s)
Supergiant Games
Publisher(s)
Supergiant Games

WHERE TO PLAY

SUBSCRIPTION
DIGITAL
PHYSICAL

Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.

BATTLE OUT OF HELL
As the immortal Prince of the Underworld, you'll wield the powers and mythic weapons of Olympus to break free from the clutches of the god of the dead himself, while growing stronger and unraveling more of the story with each unique escape attempt.

UNLEASH THE FURY OF OLYMPUS
The Olympians have your back! Meet Zeus, Athena, Poseidon, and many more, and choose from their dozens of powerful Boons that enhance your abilities. There are thousands of viable character builds to discover as you go.

BEFRIEND GODS, GHOSTS, AND MONSTERS
A fully-voiced cast of colorful, larger-than-life characters is waiting to meet you! Grow your relationships with them, and experience thousands of unique story events as you learn about what's really at stake for this big, dysfunctional family.

BUILT FOR REPLAYABILITY
New surprises await each time you delve into the ever-shifting Underworld, whose guardian bosses will remember you. Use the powerful Mirror of Night to grow permanently stronger, and give yourself a leg up the next time you run away from home.

NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE
Permanent upgrades mean you don't have to be a god yourself to experience the exciting combat and gripping story. Though, if you happen to be one, crank up the challenge and get ready for some white-knuckle action that will put your well-practiced skills to the test.

SIGNATURE SUPERGIANT STYLE
The rich, atmospheric presentation and unique melding of gameplay and narrative that's been core to Supergiant's games is here in full force: spectacular hand-painted environments and a blood-pumping original score bring the Underworld to life.

Genre(s)
Action RPG, Roguelite
Hades 2 - Death Defiances Header
Hades 2: How To Get More Death Defiances

Death Defiances in Hades 2 are basically your 'lives', as they're a way to stop yourself from dying. Here's how to get more of them in-game.

Hades 2 - Nightmare Guide Header Image
Hades 2: How to Get Nightmares

Nightmares are a late-game resource in Hades 2 that a lot of people probably don't have access to yet. For the ones that do, here's how to get them.

Hades 2 - Polyphemus Header Image
Hades 2: Polyphemus Boss Guide

Polyphemus is the first boss you'll encounter after reaching the surface world for the first time in Hades 2. Here's exactly how to beat him.

Hades 2 - Chronos Boss Guide Header Image
Hades 2: Chronos Boss Guide

Melinoë is ready to beat the Titan of Time at the bottom of Tartarus in Hades 2, but once you get there, fighting him is a different story entirely.

Hades 2 - Scylla Header Image
Hades 2: Scylla & the Sirens Boss Guide

When you first reach Scylla at the bottom of Oceanus in Hades 2, she can seem pretty overwhelming. Here's how to defeat this deep-sea siren.

Hades 2 - Hecate Boss Guide Header Image
Hades 2: Hecate Boss Guide

Hecate is far from the most difficult fight Hades 2 has, but she's not exactly a pushover. Here are some tips to help you get past her.

Hades 2 - Grasp and Psyche Header Image
Hades 2: Psyche and Grasp Explained

Figuring out all the new systems in Hades 2 can take a bit of work. The Grasp Meter or your 'Grasp of the Arcana' is a great example of this.

Hades 2 - Ashes Header Image
Hades 2: How to Get Ash (& What To Do With it)

There are a ton of new resources to keep track of in Hades 2, with Ashes being the number one example. So, let's explain this new material in depth.

Hades 2 - Omega Moves Header Image
Hades 2: Omega Variant Attacks Explained

Omega Moves are a new system in Hades 2 that are basically more elaborate charge attacks, so let's go over exactly how they work.

2:00
hades 2 melinoe nemesis selene
Should You Play Hades 2 in Early Access?

Hades 2 is finally out on Steam and Epic Games Store for PC players to try, but is it worth jumping into Early Access right now?

hades 2 selene melinoe moon boons path of stars
Hades 2: Moonglow & Path of Stars Guide

Hades 2 will tell players about the Path of Stars, but how do you actually access it? And what is it for?

hades 2 game
Hades 2: How to Sign up for the Technical Test

Hades 2 fans might be able to play the game way earlier than its 1.0 launch.

left: Zag playing the lyre; right: Orpheus
Hades: How To Play The Lyre

Hades is all about thrilling escapes, but in between, Zagreus can take a load off and play a few chords on the lyre.

split image zagreus and the hydra hades aegis build
Hades: Guide To A Perfect Shield Build

Protecting yourself is key to surviving every challenge Hades throws your way. Here's how you can get the perfect shield build.

aspects of malphon
Hades: The Best Aspect Of Gilgamesh Build

The Aspect of Gilgamesh is one of the most powerful hidden aspects in Hades. Here's how Zagreus can maximize its unique play style.

left: Pact of Punishment; right: titan's blood bounty
Hades: How To Collect Bounties

Collecting bounties is an important job in Hades. Here's how Zagreus can stock up on titan's blood, diamonds, and ambrosia.

hades megaera and asterius on blurred background
Hades: How Many Bosses Are There?

Hades is out now on consoles, and players can find out how many bosses they have to fight in order to complete a run within this guide.

Split image of the mirror of Night, Death Defiance, and Chaos in Hades
Hades: Every Way To Obtain & Replenish Death Defiance

In Hades, the Death Defiance ability can really come in handy. Here's everything you need to know about obtaining and replenishing Death Defiance.

Left: inflicting weak; right: choice of Demeter boons
Hades: All Status Curses, Explained

Using status curses on foes throughout Hades gives Zagreus an edge in battle. Here's a guide to every status curse and how to inflict them.

Hades Aspect of Beowulf Dragon Rush Training Area
Hades: The Best Aspect Of Beowulf Build

The Aspect of Beowulf is one of the heaviest-hitting weapons in Hades. Here's how to turn it into a true powerhouse.