Exciting news for fans of the acclaimed roguelite series: Hades 2 is set to grace the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 as a timed console exclusive. While we eagerly await a specific release date, developer Supergiant has confirmed that the much-anticipated sequel will launch simultaneously on PC and the Nintendo Switch 2, along with the original Switch, later this year.
The announcement came hot on the heels of last week's Nintendo Direct, where we learned that Hades 2 would be coming to Nintendo's new powerhouse, the Switch 2. However, Supergiant has since clarified that the game will not only be available on both Switch platforms but will also enjoy a period of exclusivity on Nintendo's consoles.
"Hades II v1.0 will launch simultaneously on our Early Access platforms (Steam and Epic Games Store), Nintendo Switch 2, and the original Nintendo Switch," the team announced on X/Twitter.
Hades II v1.0 will launch simultaneously on our Early Access platforms (Steam and Epic Games Store), Nintendo Switch 2, and the original Nintendo Switch.
At this time, it remains uncertain when Hades 2 will expand to other consoles such as the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S.
Hades 2 builds upon the success of Supergiant's first game, blending captivating storytelling with roguelite action in a thrilling dungeon-crawling adventure. In IGN's Hades 2 early-access review, we praised the sequel, awarding it a stellar 9/10. "Hades 2 feels impossibly huge and unbelievably polished by any standard, much less an early access game," we noted. "Mel is awesome, the new tweaks to the combat and progression are excellent, and it's just unbelievably feature packed with twice the content of the first. What’s here right out of the gate is astounding, and the thought of more coming on the way is a tantalizing treat."
For those eager for more, be sure to check out all the third-party games confirmed for the Nintendo Switch 2.
