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Hades

Hades

August 13, 2021
Supergiant Games, LLC
4.8/5.0(18,448 reviews)
Action
Great

Overall, players overwhelmingly praise Hades for its engaging gameplay, rich storytelling, and stunning graphics. While many find the roguelike format rewarding and addictive, a few express frustration over repetitiveness and seek for a more linear narrative approach.

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About This Game

Set in the Greek underworld, 'Hades' is a rogue-like dungeon crawler where players assume the role of Zagreus, the rebellious son of Hades. Players battle through procedurally generated chambers, utilizing a variety of weapons and mystical boons to escape the underworld. Its engaging narrative, rich character interactions, and exquisite art style make it a standout title in the genre.

Highlights

  • Dynamic and engaging narrative with character progression
  • Unique gameplay that combines rogue-like elements with action RPG mechanics
  • Immersive art style and stunning visuals
  • Rich mythology with deep lore and character backstories
  • Highly replayable due to randomization of levels and loot
  • Voice acting and writing that enhance the emotional impact of the story

Themes

fantasydarkepicpsychologicalmysterioussurvivalcompetition

Mechanics

combatexplorationstory-drivencharacter-creationskill-treesmultiple-endingsdialogueloot-systeminventory-managementachievementspermadeath

Platforms

PS4
PS5

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Teen
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)EnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianJapaneseKoreanPolishPortuguese (Brazil)RussianSpanish

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric

Player Reviews

Great

Overall, players overwhelmingly praise Hades for its engaging gameplay, rich storytelling, and stunning graphics. While many find the roguelike format rewarding and addictive, a few express frustration over repetitiveness and seek for a more linear narrative approach.

Pros

  • • Engaging gameplay and combat mechanics
  • • Rich storytelling with dynamic character interactions
  • • Stunning art direction and music
  • • High replayability with diverse gameplay
  • • Unique take on Greek mythology

Cons

  • • Some players find the roguelike format repetitive
  • • Difficulty spikes can be frustrating
  • • Perceived lack of progress in narrative due to grind
  • • Certain aspects of the story feel unsatisfactory or incomplete
  • • High expectations can lead to disappointment

Based on 181 reviews from playstation, steam

Screenshots

Gameplay Video

The First 15 Minutes of Hades Gameplay

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Hades — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hades worth playing?
Hades has a great reception from players, holding an average score of 4.8 out of 5 across 18,448 reviews.
Is Hades single-player or multiplayer?
Hades supports single player.
What platforms is Hades available on?
Hades is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did Hades release?
Hades released on August 13, 2021.
What is Hades's age rating?
Hades carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Teen.