

The rich, atmospheric presentation and unique melding of gameplay and narrative that's been core to Supergiant's games is here in full force: spectacular hand-painted environments and a blood-pumping original score bring the Underworld to life. Though, if you happen to be one, crank up the challenge and get ready for some white-knuckle action that will put your well-practiced skills to the test. Permanent upgrades mean you don't have to be a god yourself to experience the exciting combat and gripping story. Use the powerful Mirror of Night to grow permanently stronger, and give yourself a leg up the next time you run away from home. New surprises await each time you delve into the ever-shifting Underworld, whose guardian bosses will remember you. There are thousands of viable character builds to discover as you go.Ī fully-voiced cast of colorful, larger-than-life characters is waiting to meet you! Grow your relationships with them, and experience thousands of unique story events as you learn about what's really at stake for this big, dysfunctional family. The Olympians have your back! Meet Zeus, Athena, Poseidon, and many more, and choose from their dozens of powerful Boons that enhance your abilities.

BATTLE OUT OF HELLĪs the immortal Prince of the Underworld, you'll wield the powers and mythic weapons of Olympus to break free from the clutches of the god of the dead himself, while growing stronger and unraveling more of the story with each unique escape attempt. Zeus also maintained his role as King of the Gods.Hades is a god-like rogue-like dungeon crawler that combines the best aspects of Supergiant's critically acclaimed titles, including the fast-paced action of Bastion, the rich atmosphere and depth of Transistor, and the character-driven storytelling of Pyre. While they share similarities, most Greek portrayals of the afterlife involved a single place: The Underworld. Zeus became the ruler of the Sky, Poseidon of the Sea, and Hades of the Underworld. Hades (Haides) Ancient Greek depictions of the afterlife are far different from modern ideologies. After winning the war, the three sons drew lots to determine which would rule over the Sky, Sea, and Underworld. Zeus managed to force his father to disgorge his siblings, and the gods embarked on a war against the Titans. Upon hearing a prophecy that his children would depose him, Cronus swallowed all but Zeus. Their other children included Zeus, Poseidon, Hestia, Demeter, and Hera. Family: Son of Kronus and Rhea, brother of Zeus and Poseidon, husband of PersephoneĪccording to Greek mythology, Hades was one of the sons of the Titans Cronus and Rhea.Realms and Powers: The Underworld, ruler of the dead.Culture/Country: Classical Greece and Roman Empire.Epithets: Aïdes or Aïdoneus (The Unseen One, The Invisible), Plouton (the Wealth-Giver), Polydegmon (The Hospitable), Euboueus (Wise in Counsel) and Klymenos (the Renowned).Alternate Names: Zeus Katachthonions (Zeus of the Underworld),.
