Supergiant Games has wasted no time fine-tuning Hades 2 following its high-profile launch. Just days after release, the studio rolled out the game’s first post-launch patch, addressing a mix of bugs, achievement issues, and even a few frustrating encounters. While not as massive as the pre-launch update, this hotfix shows that Supergiant remains committed to refining every corner of its roguelike sequel.
Like the first Hades, the sequel is built on iterative development and player feedback. Even with Early Access behind it, Hades 2 continues to evolve. The first hotfix may not add sweeping new features, but it smooths out several sticking points that were impacting progression, achievements, and boss fights. For players just starting their journey with Princess Melinoë, the improvements mean fewer roadblocks and a better-paced experience.
Phantom Mini-Boss Adjustment
One of the most talked-about tweaks involves the Phantom mini-boss in the Fields of Mourning. Players quickly found this fight overwhelming: the Phantom could teleport across the battlefield, unleash punishing ranged attacks, and even drain health from summoned allies.
Supergiant clarified this wasn’t intentional—the draining mechanic was a bug. With the hotfix applied, the Phantom can no longer sap the life of raised servants, making the encounter tough but no longer unfair.
Complete Hotfix 1 Patch Notes
Below is the full list of fixes included in Hades 2’s first post-launch update:
Gameplay & Encounters
- Fixed Phantom (Fields) being able to drain Life from raised servants.
- Fixed Lone Shades sometimes being able to hit Melinoë.
- Fixed Canines spawned from Lycaons unexpectedly activating Unseen Ire (Hades).
- Fixed rare issue where the fight against certain bosses would not end correctly.
- Fixed an issue where Polyphemus would not react when expected.
- Fixed a situation where players could not exit the final location in Erebus.
Achievements & Progression
- Fixed the Achievement Soothing Soak not unlocking from events with Moros.
- Fixed the Achievement So Mote It Be unlocking sooner than intended.
- Fixed Fated List Prophecies tied to Hidden Aspects not clearing properly.
- Fixed certain Incantations being uncompletable due to modified data.
Keepsakes & Items
- Fixed most Olympian Keepsake effects not re-activating after skipping their Boon.
- Fixed Gorgon Amulet (Athena) incorrectly using up the effect of Yarn of Ariadne (Charon).
- Fixed not resetting certain random Keepsake effects.
- Fixed interaction between Uncommon Upbringing (Hera) and Concave Stone (Echo).
Narrative & Characters
- Fixed Hecate not speaking when expected in a specific scenario.
- Fixed several narrative scripting issues with Hecate-related events.
- Fixed Hecuba endlessly running back and forth in Narcissus’ chamber.
Visuals & Effects
- Fixed key visual effects not playing on certain systems.
- Fixed randomized elements appearing earlier than they should.
- Fixed objective text disappearing unexpectedly in certain cases.
- Fixed visual issues with some exit doors in Ephyra.
- Fixed several text errors across menus and UI.
Combat & Abilities
- Fixed cases where taking Armor damage with Trusty Shield (Hephaestus) could harm semi-permanent Armor incorrectly.
- Fixed an issue where Melinoë could be forced to Return to Shadow at the exact moment she vanquishes a foe.
- Fixed certain situations where Gemstones could be claimed and instantly used with Homer’s Inspect Points.
Stability & Compatibility
- Fixed several rare crashes across multiple contexts.
- Improved compatibility with Chinese Input Method.
- Updates to translations in various languages.
Miscellaneous
- Fixed a rare scripting bug preventing completion of key progression events.
- Fixed unusual NPC/AI behaviors in certain chambers.
- Other minor fixes improving overall game stability and flow.
With the hotfix out, Hades 2 continues its strong momentum across PC and Nintendo Switch, with a physical release slated for November and eventual launches on PlayStation and Xbox down the line. Supergiant has also hinted at future plans but stopped short of promising a Hades 3. True to the studio’s style, their focus remains on perfecting the current game before looking too far ahead.
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The first patch for Hades 2 may not overhaul gameplay, but it’s a reassuring sign of Supergiant’s attentiveness. By fixing broken achievements, smoothing rough encounters, and squashing quirky bugs, the update helps solidify the foundation of what is already shaping up to be another landmark roguelike.
If this is how the studio plans to handle post-launch support, players can expect Hades 2 to only get sharper and more rewarding with time. Play Now!
