Hades 2 marches closer to full release with the Unseen Update

Supergiant Games released the next major update for Hades 2 on Tuesday — and that means the developer is on the final stage of development for Hades 2 as it marches toward its v1.0 launch.

The Unseen Update, as Supergiant has named it, focuses on “expanding core combat, Guardian encounters, and character relationships,” according to the developer’s blog. It includes new fighting styles for weapons and story events, among other additions. You can scan the full patch on Steam, or go with the much more fun option and have them be dramatically read to you:

Supergiant notes that with The Unseen Update now out, it will shift its focus to preparing the full release of Hades 2. The developers are now working on adding a complete ending for the game and achievements to Hades 2. However, don’t expect any more substantial updates, outside of bug fixes, to Hades 2: Supergiant also pointed out the studio has “no plans for additional regions, encounters, abilities, and so on.”

After launching in early access May 2024, Hades 2 doesn’t have a release date yet for its full launch, but Supergiant appears as excited to reach the finish line as its players are. “We have a big game to wrap up! While we can’t yet say when our v1.0 launch will be, we’re very excited to be getting close, and to share the complete experience with you,” the studio wrote.

What we do know is what platforms it’ll land on first: Hades 2 is currently available in early access for Windows PC and it will be a timed console exclusive on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 when v1.0 launches.

Like past updates Olympic and Warsong, The Unseen Update is a free download for players currently enjoying Hades 2’s early access period.

Here’s a quick rundown of what it includes, courtesy of Supergiant.

About the Update

With The Unseen Update, expect Hades II to be bigger and better than before:

• Discover the Hidden Aspects of the Nocturnal Arms! Each main weapon has an all-new fighting style to unlock.

• Speak the Vow of Rivals at the Oath of the Unseen to take on stronger-than-ever Guardians, each with unique surprises!

• Unleash Godsent Hexes on your foes, dazzling Moon magick upgraded with the power of the Olympians.

• Forge Bonds with a variety of characters in many new optional story events that bring you closer than before.

• Harness the revamped Umbral Flames, now offering a snappier fighting style for keeping your foes at bay.