Hades 2 is Far From Done, But It Already Has a Clear Path For a Threequel

Hades 2 is Far From Done, But It Already Has a Clear Path For a Threequel

Highlights

  • Hades 2 is in Early Access and offers rich storytelling and gameplay, building on the success of its predecessor.
  • A possible third game may focus on Macaria, expanding the family-centered narrative established in the Hades series.
  • With Macaria’s mysterious story, Supergiant Games has room to create a unique narrative for a potential third Hades game.

As a seasoned gamer who has delved deep into the rich narratives of Greek mythology-inspired games, I am thrilled about the potential third installment of Supergiant Games’ Hades series. If you thought Hades and Hades 2 were captivating, just wait until we get our hands on Macaria’s story!


Supergiant Games’ work-in-progress title, “Hades 2,” is currently in Early Access but offers a rich tapestry of narrative and gameplay elements for players to explore. Anticipated to launch as version 1.0 early next year, the game will receive periodic updates focusing on refining gameplay mechanics and enhancing the overall experience until then.

Although still in development, it appears that Hades 2 is already poised to be a triumph and an excellent sequel to its forerunner. There’s potential for a third Hades installment if Supergiant Games continues their pattern of developing games within the series based on the offspring of Hades. The narrative structure of the Hades game franchise has been set by Supergiant Games with Hades 2. Both Hades and Hades 2 have emphasized family dynamics, exploring the challenges and pleasures that come with them. While Hades focused on Zagreus and Melinoe, children of Hades and Persephone, a third game could be developed based on Macaria, Hades’ third child, providing an opportunity for further exploration within this formula.

Who is Hades’ Third Child, Macaria?

In the realm of Greek mythology, I find myself delving into the lesser-known deities, such as Macaria, the goddess of peaceful death. Much like her siblings Zagreus and Melinoe, details about Macaria are scarce, leaving us with only fragments to piece together her story.

If Supergiant Games were to develop Macaria, they might opt for the narrative where Macaria is Hades’ daughter instead of Heracles’, maintaining consistency with the series’ theme. Given that her original story contains gaps and her parentage is uncertain, it would be straightforward to make Hades and Persephone her parents in a reimagined tale. Alterations like this are typical in Greek mythology, explaining why numerous versions of these tales exist.

How Macaria Could Lead Her Own Hades Game

In Greek mythology, there’s little known about Macaria, her parentage is disputed, much like Zagreus and Melinoe who have scant references in both Greek and Roman texts, with various parents attributed to them, ranging from Zeus to Nyx. This ambiguity provides Supergiant Games with the freedom to craft their own narratives for these characters. Thus, Macaria could serve as an ideal character for a third Hades game, continuing the stories started by Zagreus and Melinoe.

In contrast to numerous tales that might encompass Macaria, she could carve her own narrative path, mirroring her siblings’ steps. The popular Hades game series has emphasized the concept of family, and a story centered around Macaria could further develop this theme. Although she is linked to death, Macaria has fewer ties to the underworld compared to Zagreus and Melinoe. A game focusing on her could place her in the mortal realm, offering a fresh perspective deviating from traditional Hades games. Additionally, her connection with tranquil demise could serve to compare her with Thanatos, another character associated with serene death.

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2024-08-11 15:33