The highly anticipated sequel to the beloved dungeon crawler, *Hades*, is on its way with *Hades II* from Supergiant Games. The early access version of *Hades II* became available in 2024, and here's a look at when we might expect the full game to launch and what hints the developers have shared so far.
Hades II Full Release Estimate
*Hades II* has been accessible in early access for PC users since May 6, 2024, via Steam and the Epic Games Store. macOS users joined the early access on October 16, 2024, with a substantial content update. The most recent update to early access players was on February 19, 2025. Console players, however, will have to wait for the full launch to experience the game. The extended early access period allows Supergiant Games to gather valuable feedback, which will be crucial for the final touches before the official release.
Taking into account the need for Supergiant Games to process and implement feedback from the February 2025 update, a full release for *Hades II* might be expected as early as Q2 2025, spanning from April to June. An April launch seems unlikely due to the tight timeframe for incorporating feedback. A May 2025 release, marking a full year since early access began, appears more realistic, allowing sufficient time for the developers to refine the game based on player input.
Even in its early access stage, *Hades II* is proving to be a worthy successor to the original, meeting the high expectations set by the first game. Everyone eagerly awaiting the game can look forward to its official release sometime in 2025, depending on Supergiant Games' development and polishing schedule. An official announcement regarding the release date seems imminent.
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Hades II Release Developer Insight
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. The developers have been relatively quiet about the full release date, preferring to let players experience the game’s progress through early access. The last significant media engagement was around the technical test and initial early access launch in April and May 2024, after which the team focused on development rather than promotion.
In interviews with outlets like Game Informer during the May 2024 press tour, Supergiant Games expressed their goal to retain 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. Fans are eagerly anticipating the full release of *Hades II*, hoping to dive back into the captivating dungeon-crawling action that made the original game so popular.
