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Hades 2 takes you on an all-new rogue-like dungeon crawler experience where you play as the immortal Princess of the Underworld, Melinoe. Read on to learn about its gameplay, story, and everything we know so far about the game.
Hades 2 Gameplay
Hades 2 is a rogue-like dungeon crawler in which players use sorcery to take on the sinister Titan of Time. The game builds on several aspects of its action-packed and nearly-endlessly replayable predecessor. Tons of gods and goddesses, both new and returning, boons, weapons, regions, and abilities are all included for the newest iteration of Hades.
However, in contrast to her brother Zagreus, the daughter of Hades utilizes a different set of weapons and a new Magick system where she can cast more powerful versions of her attacks. These attacks, called Omega Moves, can become even more super-powered from any boon bestowed upon Melinoë. However, usage of these Omega Moves consumes Magick, and is limited to how much she has overall. She regenerates after Magick as she entering a new room/location, or through various boons and upgrades received from gods or allies found in her travels.
Melinoë also has her deck of Arcana Cards at her disposal, allowing her to prepare pick and choose among various powerups before she sets out for the night. Lastly, alongside her shall be her Witch familiars–friendly animals Melinoë meets throughout her travels that accompany her to battle.
Hades 2 Story
Hades 2 is a direct sequel to the original, where Chronos, the Titan of Time, has usurped Hades and taken control of the Underworld. Melinoë, still only a baby, was luckily saved from the onslaught by the Goddes of Witchcraft and Crossroads, Hecate, as Hades, Persephone, and the previous protagonist Zagreus were taken captive.
Players take on the role of the immortal Princess of the Underworld Melinoe, an immortal witch and sorceress with powerful magical abilities, a variety of "Nocturnal weapons," and a score to settle with Grandfather Time. Players will explore a bigger, deeper mythical world, where they will gain the full might of Olympus and more to hopefully vanquish the forces of Chronos.
Melinoë, much like her brother Zagreus from the original game, is based on ancient beliefs and tied to the Underworld and the deity, Hades. As with the original Hades, witchcraft is a central theme in Hades 2 and heavily influences the game's narrative. The sequel delves into ancient witchcraft practices and their connection to several Greek myths. Likewise, Hecate, being the goddess of witchcraft in ancient Greek religion and myth, acts as Melinoë's direct mentor.
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