You can dive into Hades 2 on Xbox Series X/S starting April 14, when the game joins Xbox Game Pass on day one. Supergiant Games will also support Xbox Play Anywhere, so you can access your copy and carry your progress across Xbox consoles, PC, and cloud play.
The release date was revealed during the recent Xbox Partner Preview, a showcase that highlighted updates and new projects across the platform. Alongside Hades 2, the event featured announcements ranging from major expansions to new co-op titles, placing Supergiant’s sequel among the broadcast’s key reveals.
Hades 2 Arrives on Xbox Game Pass April 14
You step into the Underworld once again on April 14, when Hades 2 launches on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming. The game joins Xbox Game Pass on day one, and it supports Xbox Play Anywhere, letting you carry progress across supported platforms.
This sequel shifts the focus to Melinoe, Princess of the Underworld and sister to Zagreus. You pursue Chronos, the Titan of Time, after he escapes imprisonment and throws both the Underworld and Olympus into chaos.
Each escape attempt reshapes itself through a wide range of divine Boons tied to Olympian gods and other mythic figures. You build your power run by run, combining blessings that alter your attacks, mobility, and survivability.
Melinoe wields an entirely new set of weapons. Every tool offers distinct standard strikes and special moves, which you can further enhance through the new Magick system that fuels empowered abilities and unique Cast variations.
Additional mechanics deepen progression and experimentation:
- Selene’s Hexes introduce powerful moon-based abilities.
- The Crossroads hub lets you customize and strengthen your long-term capabilities.
- Expanded narrative paths react to your repeated attempts.
After roughly 16 months in early access, the full 1.0 release debuted in September 2025 on PC and Nintendo Switch platforms. Critics responded strongly, reflected in a 95 Top Critic Average on OpenCritic and a 98% recommendation rate.
The game earned more than 35 major award nominations, including multiple Game Awards 2025 nods. It secured 10 major wins, among them Best Action Game at The Game Awards 2025.
On Xbox, you receive the complete version with post-launch updates and quality-of-life improvements already included.
Key Details at a Glance
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Release Date | April 14 (Xbox platforms) |
| Platforms | Xbox Series X |
| Game Pass | Available at launch |
| Genre | Action Roguelite / Hack and Slash RPG |
| ESRB Rating | Teen |
You can jump in through Game Pass or purchase it outright, depending on how you prefer to access your library.
Hades 2 Also Releases on PlayStation 5 April 14
You can also play Hades 2 on PlayStation 5 starting April 14, launching the same day as the Xbox version. Supergiant confirmed the PS5 release alongside the Xbox announcement.
This synchronized console rollout expands access beyond its earlier PC and Switch debut. If you own multiple systems, you can choose the platform that best fits your setup without waiting for a staggered release window.
