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Steam and Epic Games Store users should receive the update automatically. You can verify your version number in the bottom right corner of the main menu. If you are mid-run, your progress should be preserved, though some Boon values may change immediately upon loading.
One of the loudest pieces of feedback from the initial Early Access launch was that Melinoë felt "clunkier" compared to Zagreus from the first game. Patch v.0.102084 addresses this by refining the Dash and Sprint mechanics.
Selene (Hexes): Several Hexes, including Moon Water and Twilight Curse, have had their Path of Stars requirements lowered, allowing players to reach their "Ultimate" forms earlier in a run. Resource Management and Economy hades ii v0102084 early access top
The Olympian gods have seen their offerings tweaked to ensure no single build dominates the game entirely, though some clear winners have emerged in this version.
Sprint Speed: The initial ramp-up for the Sprint is now faster, making it a more viable tool for dodging area-of-effect (AoE) attacks during boss fights. Steam and Epic Games Store users should receive
Hera (Hitch): The "Hitch" status effect has been adjusted to ensure damage distribution is more consistent. It is now one of the most effective ways to clear "Elite" encounters quickly.
As an Early Access title, stability is key. Version v.0.102084 resolves several crashing issues reported on the Steam Deck and high-refresh-rate monitors. One of the loudest pieces of feedback from
Zeus (Lightning): Thunder Flourish and Heaven’s Strike now have better scaling at Common and Rare levels. Zeus remains the king of high-frequency attack builds (like the Sister Blades).
Gathering Tool Priority: A major quality-of-life fix ensures that you no longer need to have a specific tool equipped to see its corresponding resource node, though having the tool equipped still grants a bonus.
Hades II v0.102084 Early Access: Top Changes, New Features, and Meta Shifts