The highly anticipated sequel to the beloved dungeon crawler *Hades*, known as *Hades II*, is currently in development by Supergiant Games. With an early access version released in 2024, fans are eager to learn about the projected full release date and what the developers have hinted regarding the game's launch.
Hades II Full Release Estimate
*Hades II* entered early access for PC users on May 6, 2024, via Steam and the Epic Games Store. A subsequent early access launch for macOS users occurred on October 16, 2024, accompanied by a significant content update. The most recent update for early access players was on February 19, 2025. Console players, however, will not have access to *Hades II* until its full release. Supergiant Games plans to use feedback from the extended early access period to refine the game before its official launch.
Considering the feedback from the February 2025 update, a full release of *Hades II* could be anticipated as early as Q2 2025, covering April to June. An April release seems unlikely, as it might not provide Supergiant Games with enough time to adequately process and implement the latest feedback. A May 2025 release, marking a full year since the early access began, appears more feasible for integrating the necessary changes based on player input.
Even in its early access state, *Hades II* is demonstrating its potential as a worthy sequel to the original game. With virtually everyone who has played it looking forward to its official release, the focus now is on how much additional development and refinement Supergiant Games will undertake before the launch. An official announcement about *Hades II*'s release date seems imminent.
Hades II Release Developer Insight
Development on *Hades II* kicked off in early 2021, with much of the original game's team and voice cast returning for the sequel. Supergiant Games has been relatively quiet about the full release date, allowing players to experience the game's progress during the early access phase. The last significant press activity was around the technical test and initial early access launch in April and May 2024, after which the team shifted their focus back to development.
In interviews conducted in May 2024 with outlets like Game Informer, Supergiant Games expressed their intention to preserve the core elements that made the first game a success while introducing new characters, including protagonist Melinoë, to keep the gameplay fresh and engaging. As fans eagerly await the full release of *Hades II*, the anticipation for more dungeon-crawling action continues to build.
