Ares Returns in Hades 2 Warsong Update with New Boss

Hades 2 Unveils Warsong Update: Ares Joins the Battle and New Boss Emerges

The highly anticipated sequel to the roguelike sensation, Hades, has just rolled out its second major update, dubbed The Warsong. This exciting patch not only introduces the fierce god of war, Ares, but also brings a wealth of new content for players to explore and enjoy. Dive in to discover what awaits in this significant update to Hades II!

Hades 2 Releases Warsong Update

The God Of War, Ares, Has Arrived

Hades II's latest patch, The Warsong Update, propels protagonist Melinoë into the thrilling "Final Confrontation" beyond the Guardian of Olympus. The update also welcomes the bloodthirsty god of war, Ares, into the mix, complete with his potent Boons that are sure to add an exhilarating edge to your gameplay.

In addition to Ares, the update brings a new animal familiar to aid you on your journey, along with fresh adversaries to challenge your skills. The Altar of Ashes has been revamped with new art and Arcana effects, enhancing your strategic options. With over 2,000 new voice lines and new events to encounter, your adventure is set to be more immersive than ever. And when you need a break from the intense dungeon crawling, you can relax at the Crossroads, enjoy all-new soundtracks, or even sing a melodic duet with Artemis herself.

Planning Ahead For The Third Major Update

Even as players dive into The Warsong, developer Supergiant Games is already looking ahead to the third major update, set to be revealed in the coming months, as announced in their Steam news post. Hades II remains in Early Access, with Supergiant noting that "it’s still too early to share our plans beyond that, including when our v1.0 launch will be." However, with the core structure of both the Underworld and the Surface routes now nearly complete, the full release might be on the horizon sooner than expected. The focus now shifts to enriching the existing content.

After The Warsong Update's post-launch patches, Supergiant Games plans to focus on:

• Hidden Aspects: The Nocturnal Arms hold undiscovered secrets that the team aims to unveil, allowing players to harness these powerful tools.
• Enhanced Guardians: Boss battles will be refined to offer more challenge and surprise, enhancing the core Hades II experience.
• Expanded Story: Further development of Melinoë’s narrative and the intricate web of inter-character relationships and subplots is already in the works.

Supergiant Games expressed their gratitude to the community, stating, "In the meantime, thank you very much for playing Hades II! You're helping us get closer to achieving our goal of making our first-ever sequel our biggest, most replayable game yet, and a worthy successor to the original Hades that's filled with its own surprises and special touches."

The Hades II Warsong Update is now available to download for free on Steam for all current owners of the game.