The surprise launch of Hades II in early access delighted fans, drawing them into the underworld princess’s adventure within hours of release. Surpassing its predecessor, the sequel doubled the peak online player count on Steam.
SteamDB reports that Hades II reached a peak of 79,276 concurrent users, far exceeding the original’s peak of 37,749. With such momentum, it is likely that Hades II will continue to excel in the coming days.
Currently dominating global sales on the Valve store, Hades II has claimed top spots in various regions worldwide. The release of the sequel has reignited interest in the original Hades, propelling it to the top ten best-selling games on the platform.
With over 6,000 reviews on Steam and a stellar 97% positive rating, Hades II has captivated players with its innovative gameplay and captivating design elements. Users praise the game’s enchanting characters, such as Melinoe, and the delightful feature of petting the frog. The trust in Supergiant Games is evident as players eagerly purchase the game without hesitation.
Available on both Steam and EGS, Hades II is currently priced at 1,100 rubles on the Valve store. Developers hint at a potential price increase post version 1.0 release, with plans to keep the game in Early Access until at least 2024.
As Hades II gains traction in early access, the spotlight shifts to Black Myth: Wukong as the most anticipated game on Steam, set for release on August 20.
Original source: stopgame.ru