hades-2-guides

Boons from the gods are the core part of any successful run in Hades 2. The Olympian deities also have a vested interest in killing Time (a.k.a., Chronos), so they let you borrow their powers temporarily. Whether it’s an elemental effect…

Chronos is the hardest boss in Hades 2’s early access period. To kill him, you’ll need a great build, knowledge of his moveset, and fast reflexes. Now, I can’t help you with that last one, but I can certainly give you some advice on the…

Thalamus is one of many ingredients in Hades 2 that you’ll need to use for incantations. But unlike some of the more common resources, like nightshade or moly, thalamus and the origin seeds needed to get it are a bit more elusive. In…

Bronze is the a resource you’ll get in Hades 2 once you reach the Surface area. It’s a critical crafting ingredient, one that you’ll need if you want to unlock all weapons (specifically the Argent Skull). Unfortunately, it’ll take you at…

Weapons, or Nocturnal Arms, are Melinoë’s primary tools of destruction in Hades 2. Though boons, Keepsakes, and Arcana Cards can significantly change your build, weapons are the means by which you deal damage. Each weapon is vastly…

Arcana Cards are a crucial component of Hades 2, which is befitting, seeing as the game casts you as a literal witch. Like Keepsakes (accessories), Arcana Cards grant you passive perks. Some boost your stats. Some are even more helpful,…

Keepsakes help keep you safe in Hades 2. Most Keepsakes grant passive perks on your runs, and are geared toward improving your survival chances (or at least your not-dying-as-quickly chances). You get Keepsakes by gifting Nectar, a…