Hades II News

All Hades 2 incantations and effects

What are all of the Hades 2 incantations? You've just got back from a run having fallen to a pesky boss guarding your ascent - or descent - and there are yet more new incantations waiting to be brewed at Hecate's cauldron in The Crossroads. How many could there be?!

We've progressed through Hades 2 early access far enough to seemingly find the limit to these witch's brews. Check out what we thought of the rest of the game in our Hades 2 review, or if she's giving you a little trouble, find out how to best the headmistress in our Hades 2 Hecate boss guide, for some extra tips.

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Best Hades 2 settings for max fps

What are the best Hades 2 settings for PC? It should be no surprise that Hades 2 is a simple game to run on just about any gaming PC, but don't underestimate the value of a well-optimized game regardless of whether it's indie or triple-A.

Hades 2 runs great on Steam Deck, and its system requirements are a very low bar to clear. We're enamored with this highly anticipated sequel so far, calling it "a near-perfect roguelike" in our review. So let us show you how to get the best out of this vibrant roguelike across its video and gameplay settings.

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Is Hades 2 Steam Deck compatible?

Is Hades 2 Steam Deck compatible? Given the history that developer Supergiant has with Valve's handheld, it's no surprise to see that Hades 2 also runs incredibly well on the portable console.

In what is shaping up to be one of the best Steam Deck games you can play, much like the original, Hades 2 asks nothing of players other than to boot and play.

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All Hades 2 keepsakes and effects

What are the best Hades 2 keepsakes? Erebus is a tricky environment to navigate, and as early access looms you might be wondering how to optimize your run. Luckily, gifting Nectar comes with great rewards which could turn your fate around.

While you're seeking out all of the Hades 2 gods and characters to grant them your gifts, you're likely to run into some formidable opponents. Check out our Hades 2 Hecate boss guide if you're struggling to beat the first major obstacle in the game. That aside, we've got all of the Hades 2 keepsakes and their effects right here.

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Hades 2 Hecate boss guide

How do you beat the Hades 2 Hecate boss? As the saying goes, it's time for the student to become the master as Melinoë faces her mentor, Headmistress Hecate. Using the daughter of Zeus' witchy powers and quick reflexes, you should be able to overcome this challenge with enough persistence.

However, Hecate isn't going to make this easy for you. She has some rather devious tricks that make even the first Hades 2 boss fight one to remember. With more bosses being added when the Hades 2 release date rolls around, you'll soon be flying past Hecate without much trouble, to face new foes.

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