Emerging as a standout in the gaming industry, Hades 2 has asserted its dominance by topping Metacritic's PC game chart for 2025. This highly anticipated sequel to the acclaimed roguelike continues to captivate both players and critics alike, achieving an impressive aggregate score of 94 based on 30 critic reviews.
The game seen as a successor to the original Hades has surfaced amidst strong competition from other highly awaited titles such as Hollow Knight: Silksong and ClairObscur: Expedition 33. Yet, its unique gameplay and captivating story have enabled it to surpass these titles, marking its territory as a leader in the genre.
Financial Triumph and Physical Release
According to Alinea Analytics data, Hades 2 has not only achieved critical success but also made significant financial strides. Exiting early access on September 25, 2025, it has managed to sell over two million copies on Steam alone. Of this impressive number, 1.5 million sales were recorded during the first two months of its early access period, generating an astounding revenue exceeding $50 million.
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Competitive Landscape
While Hades 2 leads the PC charts, other platforms present different success stories. The Nintendo Switch 2 edition of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild retains a stronghold on the platform's charts with both games taking the top two positions. Such diversity in the chart dominance speaks to the competitive nature and varied preferences among gaming audiences.
Hades 2's triumph is a testament to the continued popularity and innovation found in the roguelike genre, concurrently setting a benchmark for other upcoming titles to follow. As the gaming industry evolves with each new release, titles like Hades 2 offer insight into the strategies needed to capture player interest and achieve distinction.
