Hades 2 Finally Hits PS5 and Xbox — and It's Still a Masterpiece
Supergiant's critically acclaimed roguelike arrives on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S today with 120fps support, new content, and a day-one Xbox Game Pass debut.
It’s finally here. After months of console players watching PC and Switch 2 owners rave about it, Hades 2 launches today on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S — and it’s every bit as good as the hype suggested.
What’s New for Console Players
Supergiant didn’t just port the game and call it a day. The console release comes packed with improvements that benefit all platforms simultaneously:
- 120fps support on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S for buttery-smooth combat
- New bonus content added across all versions at launch
- A slate of quality-of-life upgrades that make the experience feel even more polished
- Day-one Xbox Game Pass availability — no extra cost if you’re already subscribed
Why Critics Are Calling It One of the Best Games in Years
Hades 2 already sits among the highest-rated games on Metacritic and OpenCritic from its PC and Switch 2 stint. The sequel to Supergiant’s smash-hit 2020 roguelike doubles down on everything that made the original great: razor-sharp combat, an emotionally rich story that unfolds run after run, and a cast of mythological characters you actually care about.
Where the original followed Zagreus escaping the Underworld, Hades 2 puts you in the role of Melinoe, a witch on a mission to take down the Titan Chronos. The tone is darker, the abilities are wilder, and the build variety is enormous. Early console reviews are echoing the PC verdict almost unanimously.
“Hades 2 is one of the finest action games ever made — a sequel that improves on a masterpiece.” — TheSixthAxis
Should You Buy It or Play It on Game Pass?
If you have Xbox Game Pass, the answer is obvious: download it now for free. It’s one of the best day-one additions to the service in a long time.
PS5 players will need to purchase it outright. Given its critical pedigree — and the sheer number of hours most players log in roguelikes of this quality — it’s an easy recommendation at full price.
How Does It Compare to the Original?
The original Hades is widely considered one of the greatest roguelikes ever made, so comparisons are inevitable. Hades 2 takes more risks: the world is larger, the systems are deeper, and the story is more ambitious. Some players find the slower early pacing a minor adjustment coming from the first game, but most agree that once it clicks, it surpasses the original.
If you never played Hades, you can jump straight into Hades 2 — no prior knowledge required. But if you loved the first one, the sequel will feel like coming home.
The Bottom Line
Hades 2 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S is the real deal. It’s one of the best gaming experiences available right now, and with 120fps performance and Game Pass support, there’s never been a better time to dive in. Supergiant has done it again.