Hades 2 Launching on Switch 1 & 2 as Timed Exclusive
Apr 08, 2025 8:50 PMHades 2 is officially set to release as a timed console exclusive for both the original Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. Following its successful early access launch on PC, the game introduces Melinoë, sister of the original protagonist Zagreus, as she embarks on a mission to defeat Chronos, the Titan of Time. Fans are eagerly anticipating its full launch, but a specific release date for the 1.0 version remains unannounced. Supergiant Games confirmed that the game will be available simultaneously on Steam, Epic Games Store, and both Switch models, while ongoing early access will continue throughout 2025. With critical acclaim from early reviews, Hades 2 is shaping up to be another standout title for the developer.
When will Hades 2 be released on Switch 2?The exact release date for Hades 2 on Switch 2 hasn’t been announced yet, but it will be a timed console exclusive alongside the 1.0 launch on PC platforms, likely sometime in 2025.
Hades 2 serves as a sequel to the highly praised indie game Hades, which won multiple Game of the Year awards in 2020. Developed by Supergiant Games, the original game introduced players to a rich narrative set in the Greek underworld, with fast-paced gameplay and intricate rogue-like mechanics. Hades 2 aims to build upon this successful foundation with new characters, story elements, and gameplay mechanics that promise to enhance the overall experience.
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N3rdo commented on: 2025-04-08 21:12:08
Hades 2 landing as a Switch 2 timed exclusive is a slick move—Supergiant knows how to keep the hype train rolling while giving PC players their early access fix. Melinoë’s time-bending adventure sounds like the perfect excuse to dive back into that addictive rogue-like loop.
Rolling R!ck commented on: 2025-04-08 21:06:09
Supergiant Games is cooking up another banger with Hades 2—can't wait to see how Melinoë's story unfolds alongside that sweet, sweet rogue-like action. The Switch 2 timing is just the cherry on top for console players
