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Leaked screenshots reveal a cancelled Bluepoint game set in ancient Greece featuring Hades, which was reportedly scrapped by Sony earlier this year, with the game intended to explore Kratos's mythological past before God of War 3.
Hades II's 1.0 update revitalizes the game, offering new routes, weapons, and features that make it as engaging as the original, with improved gameplay and story elements that keep players hooked across platforms.
Hades II is an upcoming sequel by Supergiant Games, releasing on September 25, 2025, for Nintendo Switch 2, featuring a mythic underworld setting, dark sorcery, and replayable dungeon crawling with new characters, locations, and abilities.
Titan Quest II, a sequel to the beloved 2006 action-RPG Titan Quest, has unexpectedly entered early access, surprising fans and critics alike. Developed by Grimlore Games and released almost 20 years after the original, the game retains the core gameplay and mythology themes while offering updated features. Despite its low profile and complex development history, early impressions are positive, and fans are eager to explore the new installment.
Supergiant Games released a technical test for Hades 2, showcasing new and redesigned characters like Aphrodite, Apollo, and Melinoë, the game's protagonist. The diverse cast, including gods and mythical figures, has generated excitement among fans, with characters like Hephaestus and Selene drawing particular attention. The game's development is still ongoing, and more characters may be revealed as it progresses.
The Hades 2 technical test introduces Hephaestus, the god of the forge, as a new character with a unique portrayal that includes a disability and body diversity, a departure from the thin body depictions in the original Hades. Supergiant Games aims to stay true to the spirit of Greek mythology in their character designs, and players can expect to see more of Hephaestus and the Hades 2 story when the game comes to early access.
Supergiant Games' Hades II is addressing the lack of body diversity in the original game by introducing Hephaestus, a heavier-set bear with a wheelchair and prosthetic leg, in contrast to the ripped Greek gods. The sequel's portrayal of beauty and body types is evolving, reflecting a shift towards greater inclusivity and representation in character design. Fans are excited about this step forward, and the technical test for Hades II is currently open for sign-ups on Steam.
Supergiant Games showcased Hades II in a three-hour livestream, revealing gameplay, new god designs, and the abilities of the new protagonist, Melinoë, who has a different playstyle from Zagreus. The game features new gods like Apollo, returning ones like Aphrodite and Demeter, and various environments. The technical test version is being played, with the game expected to go into early access this spring.
Supergiant Games released a technical test for Hades 2, showcasing new gameplay and character redesigns inspired by Greek mythology, which has sparked intense fan excitement and admiration for the visually stunning and sexy Greek gods. Despite the focus on gameplay details, the characters have stolen the show, with fans flooding social media with images and praise. The game is still set for an early access release this spring.
Supergiant Games is close to launching Hades 2 in early access and will conduct a technical test before the release. The sequel will feature a new protagonist, the Princess of the Underworld, and promises a bigger, deeper mythic world with witchcraft and dark sorcery gameplay. Fans can sign up for a chance to participate in the technical test on Steam, and the early access release is planned for spring 2024.
Archaeologists at Pompeii have uncovered a banquet hall adorned with well-preserved frescos depicting scenes from Greek mythology, including Apollo's pursuit of Cassandra and Helen of Troy meeting Paris. The hall, measuring 15 by 6 meters, was used for feasting after sunset, with the flickering lamp light creating a dynamic effect on the images. The discovery also revealed a bakery, a laundry, and homes with elaborate frescoed living rooms, showcasing Pompeii's ongoing ability to surprise and captivate.
A series of well-preserved frescoes depicting scenes from the Trojan War, including Helen of Troy and other Greek heroes, has been uncovered in a dining room in Pompeii, offering a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of wealthy Romans. The discovery, part of the unexcavated area of Pompeii, also revealed charcoal drawings of gladiators and a stylized phallus, possibly belonging to Aulus Rustius Verus, a rich politician. The finding underscores the vast amount of Pompeii still buried and the ongoing efforts to preserve and protect the ancient city.
Archaeologists at the Pompeii Archaeological Park have uncovered remarkably preserved frescos depicting scenes from the Trojan War, including Helen of Troy meeting Paris and Apollo attempting to seduce the Trojan priestess, Cassandra. The artworks, believed to have adorned a banqueting room, were buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD79 and are intended to provide entertainment and conversation topics for guests. This discovery is part of a larger project aimed at enhancing the sustainability and accessibility of Pompeii's cultural heritage.
Fortnite's Chapter 5: Season 2, "Myths & Mortals," is centered around Greek mythology, featuring new locations like Mount Olympus and the underworld, Greek god characters, and mythological items and power-ups. The battle pass includes unlockable characters such as Aphrodite and Medusa, with Korra from The Legend of Korra set to be unlockable later in the season. This season marks a shift for Fortnite, turning it into a platform for other games alongside the battle royale mode.
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 introduces a Greek mythology theme to the island with eight new skins, including seven Greek gods and a collaboration with Korra from Avatar: The Last Airbender. Players can unlock these characters and other rewards by progressing through the battle pass, which also features emotes and alternate styles for each character. The season's lineup includes Cerberus, Aphrodite, Poseidon, Medusa, Zeus, Artemis, Hades, and midseason bonus unlockable character Korra.