Do I need to play the first Hades?

No. Hades 2 is a fully standalone story. Familiarity with the universe helps, but it is not required.

How long is the game?

Main story progression can take anywhere from 40 to 80+ hours. The roguelike nature of the game means replayability is essentially endless.

Is there multiplayer or co-op?

No. Hades 2 is strictly a single-player experience.

Is it similar to the first game?

Yes, but bigger. More weapons, more variety, and expanded systems across the board.

What is the performance target?

120 FPS on both PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

It is challenging but fair. There are plenty of accessibility options and enough build variety to suit different playstyles.

What is the content rating?

The game carries a Teen to Mature rating, covering violence, blood, mild language, and thematic elements.

Hades 2 Console Release Date, Times, Price, and Everything You Need to Know

Sagar Mankar
19 hours ago
2 min read

Supergiant Games' acclaimed roguelike sequel, Hades 2, is making its way to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on April 14, 2026. After a successful run on PC and Nintendo Switch, console players on Sony and Microsoft platforms are finally getting their turn.

Hades 2 character Melinoë. — Image credit: Supergiant Games

What Is Hades 2?

For those who missed it on PC or Switch, Hades 2 is a roguelike action RPG and the follow-up to Supergiant's beloved original. It builds on everything that made the first game great and then some.

You step into the role of Melinoë, Princess of the Underworld and sister of Zagreus, as she takes on Chronos, the Titan of Time. The game features deeper gameplay systems, new weapons, Boons from a fresh roster of gods, and an expanded mythological world to explore. It is bigger, bolder, and arguably more ambitious than its predecessor.

Release Date and Times

Here are the exact unlock times for different parts of the world:

San Francisco: April 14, 10:00 AM PDT
New York: April 14, 1:00 PM EDT
São Paulo: April 14, 2:00 PM BRT
London: April 14, 6:00 PM BST
Paris: April 14, 7:00 PM CEST
Athens: April 14, 8:00 PM EEST
Hong Kong: April 15, 1:00 AM HKT
Tokyo: April 15, 2:00 AM JST
Sydney: April 15, 3:00 AM AEST

Pre-orders and pre-downloads are already live, so you can get the game ready to go before launch day.

The console version comes packed with all updates, bonus content, and quality-of-life improvements that have rolled out since the 1.0 launch in 2025.

Editions and Pricing

Hades 2 is priced at $29.99 for the digital standard edition.

There is no separate deluxe edition announced.

All post-launch content and new bonus features are included at no additional cost.

The Xbox version also supports Xbox Play Anywhere, meaning you can play on both console and PC with shared progress.

Platform Features

Both console versions come with 120 FPS support for smooth, fluid combat. The Xbox version additionally supports Xbox Cloud Gaming.

Hades 2 is also available day one on Xbox Game Pass across console, PC, and Cloud, making it one of the stronger day-one additions to the service this year.

FAQs

A few common questions worth addressing:

Do I need to play the first Hades? No. Hades 2 is a fully standalone story. Familiarity with the universe helps, but it is not required.
How long is the game? Main story progression can take anywhere from 40 to 80+ hours. The roguelike nature of the game means replayability is essentially endless.
Is there multiplayer or co-op? No. Hades 2 is strictly a single-player experience.
Is it similar to the first game? Yes, but bigger. More weapons, more variety, and expanded systems across the board.
What is the performance target? 120 FPS on both PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Is it difficult? It is challenging but fair. There are plenty of accessibility options and enough build variety to suit different playstyles.
What is the content rating? The game carries a Teen to Mature rating, covering violence, blood, mild language, and thematic elements.