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Hades II

Which edition can you play, and where can your save go?

Hades II

The short version.

Play as Melinoë in a single-player action roguelike about confronting Chronos. Repeat runs develop both your build and the story; Supergiant says knowledge of the original game is not required.

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Facts checked 29 October 2026 AEST. Image: Supergiant Games / Hades II.

Developer
Supergiant Games
Publisher
Supergiant Games
Platforms
PC/Mac (Steam and Epic), Nintendo Switch / Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
Release information
Version 1.0 released 25 September 2025
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What’s confirmed.

Available platforms

The official FAQ lists Steam, Epic Games Store, Switch, Switch 2, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Steam Deck is Verified. That badge is not a GameOnCue battery-life or frame-rate test.

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Release history

Version 1.0 launched on PC and Nintendo systems on 25 September 2025. PS5 and Xbox Series editions followed on 14 April 2026; this is no longer just an Early Access release.

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How play develops

Melinoë uses weapons and witchcraft in a Greek-myth setting. Progress and narrative unfold over repeated attempts. It is designed for one player, with no multiplayer plans stated in the FAQ.

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Save compatibility

The FAQ supports cross-saves between Steam and the two Nintendo versions. Epic cross-save support has ended; cross-saves with the other versions are not available. Do not confuse this with general cloud storage.

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Useful answers

Questions before you play.

Answers below reflect the linked official material, not independent testing.

Do I need to finish the first Hades?

Supergiant says prior knowledge is not required, although returning players will recognise connections.

What should I check before switching platform?

Confirm your exact source and destination editions against the FAQ. A save stored in one storefront’s cloud is not automatically a cross-platform save.

A history you can verify

The official timeline.

  1. PC Early Access begins ↗
  2. Version 1.0 on PC and Nintendo ↗
  3. PS5 and Xbox Series release ↗
Official artwork, screenshots and videos

Official footage and information

Use the developer’s original material for screenshots and footage. Promotional footage does not establish measured performance on your hardware.

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Original sources & verification

Last source review: 29 October 2026 AEST. Release, platform and update information can change. This is source-backed editorial coverage, not a hands-on review.

Video thumbnail: Hades II — official launch trailer
Hades II — official launch trailer
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