The highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed dungeon crawler *Hades*, *Hades II*, is set to continue its journey from Supergiant Games. With an early access version launched in 2024, fans are eager to know when they can expect the full release and what insights the developers have shared about the game's launch.
Hades II Full Release Estimate
*Hades II* has been accessible in early access for PC users since May 6, 2024, available through Steam and the Epic Games Store. An early access version for macOS users followed on October 16, 2024, accompanied by a significant content update. The most recent update for early access players was released on February 19, 2025. Console players are expected to gain access only upon the game's full release. Supergiant Games will continue the early access phase, using the feedback to refine the game before its official launch.
Considering the need for Supergiant Games to process and implement feedback from the February 2025 update, a full release for *Hades II* could be anticipated as early as Q2 2025, covering April to June. While an April launch seems unlikely due to the tight timeline for feedback integration, a May 2025 release, marking a full year since early access began, appears more realistic. This timeline would allow the developers sufficient time to incorporate changes based on player feedback.
Even in its early access phase, *Hades II* has demonstrated its potential to meet the high expectations set by its predecessor. The gaming community eagerly awaits the full release, expected sometime in 2025, with the exact date hinging on Supergiant Games' development plans and the level of polish they intend to achieve. An official announcement regarding the release date seems imminent.
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Hades II Release Developer Insight
Development on *Hades II* began in early 2021, with much of the original game's production team and voice cast returning. Supergiant Games has been relatively quiet about the full release timeline, preferring to let players experience the game's progress through early access. The last significant media engagement occurred around the technical test and initial early access launch in April and May 2024, after which the team focused more on development than promotion.
In discussions with outlets like Game Informer in May 2024, Supergiant Games expressed their aim to preserve the core elements that made the first game a success while introducing new characters and features, such as the protagonist Melinoë, to keep the experience fresh and engaging. As fans await the full release, their excitement builds for a return to the thrilling dungeon-crawling that captivated them in the original *Hades*.
