Hades II: Review Roundup - A Witching Good Time

Hades II, the highly anticipated sequel to Supergiant Games' 2020 breakout roguelike, has finally emerged from early access into a full 1.0 release for PC, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Building on the Greek mythology-infused action of its predecessor, players take control of Melinoë, the Princess of the Underworld, in a quest to battle the Titan of Time using dark sorcery, customizable weapons, and divine boons. With expanded storytelling, deeper combat mechanics, and endless replayability, Hades II promises to captivate both returning fans and newcomers alike in this godlike evolution of the formula.

Hades II has clearly cast a spell over the critics because it has earned a Metascore of 95 on Metacritic, based on 47 reviews. This places it among the highest-rated games of 2025, surpassing its predecessor and even dethroning this year's frontrunners like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Critics universally praise its refined roguelite design, breathtaking art, captivating characters, and addictive progression, highlighting how Supergiant Games has elevated every aspect while maintaining the series' signature charm and depth, making it a must-play that refines the genre without losing its soul.

Critic Reviews

IGN - 10/10 "This exceptional action roguelite is some of Supergiant's best work on nearly every level. Hades 2's art is breathtaking, its characters are captivating, the combat is fast, fun, endlessly varied, and tactical, and the music is spectacular." Full review

GameSpot - 9/10 "Hades 2 exits early access as a finely-honed and deeply engaging roguelite that builds upon the strong foundations established by the first game. It's larger in every way, with more characters and conversations to enjoy, an entirely new roster of weapons to learn, and deeper customization options to its expanded combat system, yet none of these upgrades compromise Hades' legacy. Rather, Hades 2 improves upon its predecessor in every way, making it a masterfully crafted sequel that is essential to play." Full review

Eurogamer - 5/5 "Supergiant's visionary approach to storytelling and roguelike design has not suffered at all from the success of Hades: it merely emboldened it. That the studio can still dole out the surprises after how rich and textural Hades was, and that I still find myself floored by the ambition, the detail, the art, the technical prowess, and the willingness to cede control to players some 60-plus hours in is miraculous. Maybe it's witchcraft. Maybe it's magic. Either way, it's epic." Full review

PC Gamer - 88/100 "Despite some stumbles in its opening hours, Hades 2 blooms with flexible combat and unforgettable characters. Hades 2's virtues start with Melinoë, who is exceptionally more fun to play than Zagreus—and that's with all respect to Zagreus and the joy I had playing him in Hades 1. The princess of the Underworld has him beat with an additional layer to every normal attack that imbues them with magic. This opens up more ways to augment her skills with the powers of the gods you meet on your way." Full review

Game Informer - 10/10 "Hades, which left early access back in 2020, is one of the best and most influential roguelikes of all time, so there's perhaps no greater sign of the talent at Supergiant Games that their own follow-up, Hades II, blows it out of the water. The formula is refined into its ultimate form; the combat is more complex (but just as intuitive), and the story is grander and more thrilling. Hades II is the pinnacle of the roguelike genre, a position I previously granted its predecessor, but one that its sequel has handily earned." Full review

Noisy Pixel - 10/10 "Hades II on Switch 2 delivers a masterclass in roguelite design, expanding on its predecessor with a darker tone, richer character arcs, and deeper mechanical systems. Supergiant Games refines the formula with a compelling new protagonist, rewarding exploration, and an ambitious progression loop that keeps each run fresh and addictive.." Full review

Final Thoughts

Across the board, the sentiment for Hades II is overwhelmingly positive, with critics hailing it as a triumphant sequel that not only honors but surpasses the original in scope, polish, and innovation. While a few note minor tonal shifts or early pacing hiccups, the consensus is clear: this is a must-play roguelite masterpiece that cements Supergiant Games' legacy, blending addictive gameplay with masterful storytelling for endless godly escapades.

If you want to try your hand at Hades II you can find it digitally on Steam or the Nintendo eShop. If you're interested in the physical edition you can order it from Amazon for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 using the link below. Good luck on your quest, and 'Death to Chronos'!

Hades II for Nintendo Switch 2 - $49.99 at Amazon

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