Supergiant Games has announced that their highly anticipated roguelike sequel Hades II will launch as a console exclusive for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 while simultaneously releasing on PC.
This mirrors the release strategy the studio used with the original Hades, which debuted on Nintendo Switch before coming to other consoles later.
The announcement has created some confusion among fans about what “console exclusive” actually means in this context. To clarify, Hades II will be available on PC and Nintendo platforms at launch but won’t immediately release on PlayStation or Xbox systems.
Supergiant has also confirmed that despite initial confusion, the game will be playable on both the original Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 when it exits early access and reaches version 1.0. This clarification came after some initial reporting suggested it might only launch on the newer Nintendo hardware.
Hades II is currently available in early access on PC through Steam and Epic Games Store, letting players dive into the game while development continues. This approach lets Supergiant gather player feedback to refine the game before its full launch, a method that proved successful with the original Hades.
The first Hades game received widespread critical acclaim for its engaging gameplay loop, compelling narrative, and impressive art direction. It sold millions of copies across platforms and won numerous Game of the Year awards, establishing itself as one of the most successful indie games in recent years.
Good things come to those who wait
Players on PlayStation and Xbox platforms shouldn’t despair completely—if history repeats itself, Hades II will likely make its way to these systems eventually. The original Hades followed a similar path, launching first on Switch and PC before expanding to additional platforms about one year later.
Supergiant Games, known for other beloved titles like Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre, has established a pattern of strategic platform releases that balance business considerations with their relatively small team size.
