Supergiant Games’ long-awaited sequel, Hades 2, has officially surpassed 100,000 concurrent players on Steam within hours of its full version 1.0 release. The action-roguelike, which has been in Early Access since May 2024, made a huge impact upon leaving early development, immediately attracting fans and new players alike.
Early Access Success Sets the Stage
Before its full release, Hades 2 had already built a strong community through Early Access updates. Frequent patches, character additions, and balance improvements helped refine the game, ensuring a polished experience at launch. This strategy mirrors the success of the original Hades, which also gained popularity through early player feedback.
Massive Player Engagement at Launch
According to SteamDB statistics, Hades 2 peaked at over 100,000 concurrent users, making it one of the most successful indie launches of the year. The number places the game among the top-played titles on Steam during launch week, rivaling even big-budget releases.
Critical and Player Reception
The game has already received glowing reviews, with players praising its combat depth, expanded mythological storytelling, and new protagonist, Melinoë, sister of Zagreus. The sequel expands on the beloved formula with more weapons, gods, and dynamic runs, cementing Supergiant’s reputation for creating genre-defining roguelikes.
What This Means for Supergiant Games
The success of Hades 2 reinforces Supergiant’s position as one of the most respected independent studios in gaming. The game’s launch momentum suggests it will continue to grow its player base over the coming weeks, potentially becoming one of Steam’s most played indie titles of 2025.