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Hades players aren't petting Cerberus enough
Did you know you can pet the dog in Hades? You can give Cerberus a lovely rub for being such a good, three-headed boy. We presume you might not have known, because according to Steam stats, very few players are doing it regularly.
The revelation comes from the Can You Pet The Dog? Twitter account. From statistics on Steam achievements, 12.1% of players have earned the trophy for petting Cerberus ten times, and frankly, we have questions. Is it because he's so large that some of you are intimidated? Are you just too consumed on obtaining victory in the action-adventure game that you don't think of giving him a wee pat? He might be guarding the Temple of Styx, but earlier he's always there in the House, quietly cheering you on, y'know.
Hades came out of Early Access after nearly two years earlier this month. We gave it a strong review, to say the least, Diego Arguello writing that the RPG game is "perhaps the first roguelike I'd recommend to everyone, regardless of their experience in the genre". It's the latest hit indie game from developer Supergiant Games, who also made Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.
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Hades: v1.0 Has Arrived!!
We are beyond excited to announce we have completed the Early Access development of our god-like rogue-like dungeon crawler, Hades, and officially launched v1.0 of the game! Whether you've been with us all through Early Access or just now delving in, we hope you have a wonderful time exploring everything the Underworld has to offer.
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Returning players will find that our v1.0 Launch Update is brimming with exciting new additions and improvements, including the true ending of the story, new events for the game's 30 fully voiced characters, five stunning new pieces of music, a new weapon variant in the hidden aspect of the Twin Fists, an all-new variant of the final boss fight, new late-game unlockables, Achievements, and more!
On top of that, scores of audiovisual improvements, fixes, and other enhancements ensure Hades is now bigger and better than ever before.
The v1.0 Launch Update is a free, automatic download for Early Access players. If you've come directly to this post, check out the game here:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1145360/Hades/
Once you've downloaded the update, you may need to restart your Steam client. In the off chance the game isn't working properly for you after the update, please try verifying the game files:
This may alleviate any issues. If you run into any technical issues, please check our Technical Support FAQ for solutions.
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To accompany our v1.0 Launch, we're pleased to offer the complete Hades Original Soundtrack, featuring two and a half hours of stunning music created for the game by our composer and audio director, Darren Korb:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1206340/Hades_Original_Soundtrack/
Even if you've heard the blood-pumping tracks we have released thus far in Early Access, we can confidently say we've saved some of the best for last in this full release! The soundtrack is available digitally here on Steam, and we also offer a physical version on CD or vinyl at our online store.
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As 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.
We designed Hades for Early Access from the ground up to see just what we could create in partnership with our community. After three years in development, the result is by far the biggest, most feature-rich game we've ever made. We hope it captures your imagination right away with its fast-paced action and detailed world, and keeps you discovering new events and possibilities for dozens or even hundreds of hours. For more information, visit the Hades FAQ on our web site.
We put everything we've got into v1.0 of Hades! As always around our game launches or Major Updates, we'll be monitoring this launch closely to ensure it's as problem-free as possible for all players, deploying patches as needed to address any issues. Once we're sure things are in a good spot, our small team will be taking a break to recharge, and plan what's next. Looking further ahead to 2021 and beyond, we'll be excited to say more about what's in store for us just as soon as we're ready.
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About the v1.0 Launch Update
Returning players will find that our v1.0 Launch Update is brimming with exciting new additions and improvements, including the true ending of the story, new events for the game's 30 fully voiced characters, five stunning new pieces of music, a new weapon variant in the hidden aspect of the Twin Fists, an all-new variant of the final boss fight, new late-game unlockables, Achievements, and more!
On top of that, scores of audiovisual improvements, fixes, and other enhancements ensure Hades is now bigger and better than ever before.
How to Get the Update
The v1.0 Launch Update is a free, automatic download for Early Access players. If you've come directly to this post, check out the game here:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1145360/Hades/
Once you've downloaded the update, you may need to restart your Steam client. In the off chance the game isn't working properly for you after the update, please try verifying the game files:
- Right-click on Hades in your Steam Library
- Select 'Properties...', then select the 'Local Files' tab
- Select 'Verify Integrity of Game Files...'
This may alleviate any issues. If you run into any technical issues, please check our Technical Support FAQ for solutions.
Patch Notes & Discord
Full patch notes are available here on Steam, in the game client, and our official Discord, where you can join a welcoming community of Hades players and Supergiant fans. Also, just in case you like your patch notes recited via a disembodied storyteller, we of course have that for you as well:[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
About the Hades Original Soundtrack
To accompany our v1.0 Launch, we're pleased to offer the complete Hades Original Soundtrack, featuring two and a half hours of stunning music created for the game by our composer and audio director, Darren Korb:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1206340/Hades_Original_Soundtrack/
Even if you've heard the blood-pumping tracks we have released thus far in Early Access, we can confidently say we've saved some of the best for last in this full release! The soundtrack is available digitally here on Steam, and we also offer a physical version on CD or vinyl at our online store.
About the Game
Hades combines the best aspects of our critically acclaimed titles, including the fast-paced action of Bastion, the rich atmosphere and depth of Transistor, and the character-driven storytelling of Pyre.[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
As 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.
We designed Hades for Early Access from the ground up to see just what we could create in partnership with our community. After three years in development, the result is by far the biggest, most feature-rich game we've ever made. We hope it captures your imagination right away with its fast-paced action and detailed world, and keeps you discovering new events and possibilities for dozens or even hundreds of hours. For more information, visit the Hades FAQ on our web site.
What's Next?
We put everything we've got into v1.0 of Hades! As always around our game launches or Major Updates, we'll be monitoring this launch closely to ensure it's as problem-free as possible for all players, deploying patches as needed to address any issues. Once we're sure things are in a good spot, our small team will be taking a break to recharge, and plan what's next. Looking further ahead to 2021 and beyond, we'll be excited to say more about what's in store for us just as soon as we're ready.
Thank You!!
Hades was made possible through the 10+ years of experience we've gained working together as a team, and the generous support and enthusiastic feedback provided by our player community during the course of development. Thanks to you, this game grew bigger than we ever expected, and we loved creating it in every detail.Hades review - a roguelike to remember
Roguelikes aren't exactly known for their linearity. Their procedurally generated nature makes for a different experience each time you boot one up, meaning you shouldn't expect a traditional story. That Supergiant Games would explore this genre for Hades when its previous three releases were somewhat more traditional was a bold choice. But after almost two years in early access, the studio has set a new precedent - both for itself and for roguelikes as a whole.
You play as Zagreus, the son of the eponymous god of the underworld who has grown so tired of his father that he decides to attempt the impossible: escape, wreaking havoc throughout hell as he goes. Inspired by Greek mythology, known Olympian figures such as Zeus, Aphrodite, and Poseidon provide aid to their nephew as you cut through dozens of enemies across Tartarus and beyond.
The core loop is simple: you begin at the very bottom and need to get all the way to the surface. It's an odyssey that will take you through four different regions, each containing several rooms, and as is customary in the genre, elements like layout, rewards, and enemy placement are ever changing. As straightforward as it sounds, it's far from an easy task, and you'll be sent back to dad by a lethal strike soon enough. That's when I witness the first of many moments that set Hades apart: hearing Zagreus say "you again?" as I stumble upon the enemy that had just killed him.
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