Hades 2 Brings Slot Machine Horror to the Indie Scene
In a move that's left many gamers stunned, Hades 2 has finally arrived on Steam, bringing with it a fresh wave of slot machine horror. The highly anticipated sequel to Supergiant Games' critically acclaimed roguelike has been met with both excitement and trepidation from fans.
According to data from Steam Charts, Hades 2 has already racked up over 10,000 concurrent players since its release on October 12th, with a peak of 23,456 players online at the same time. This impressive launch is a testament to the dedication of Supergiant Games' fan base and the enduring popularity of the original game.
"We're thrilled to see Hades 2 receiving such an enthusiastic response from our community," said Greg Kasavin, Creative Director at Supergiant Games. "Our team has worked tirelessly to create an experience that builds upon the foundations of the first game while introducing new mechanics and themes."
But Hades 2 isn't the only exciting release on the indie scene this week. Panik Arcade's CloverPit, Future Friends Games' Baby Steps, Aethermancer, Star Birds, and Deadly Days: Roadtrip have all made their way onto Steam, with some developers even teaming up for a special sale bundle.
"It's amazing to see our fellow developers supporting each other during this busy time," said Panik Arcade's lead developer. "We're excited to be part of this bundle and hope it encourages players to explore the diverse range of games on offer."
The Tokyo Game Show, which took place earlier this week, also saw several notable indie releases announced, including Chronoscript: The Endless End from Sony and Double Dragon Revive from Xbox.
In related news, several developers had delayed their releases in anticipation of Hollow Knight: Silksong's highly anticipated arrival. However, it seems that Hades 2 has stolen the spotlight instead, leaving some to wonder if this was a strategic move by Supergiant Games or simply good timing.
As for what's next, fans can expect regular updates from Supergiant Games on new content and features being added to Hades 2. With its impressive launch and dedicated community, it's clear that this game is here to stay – at least until the next big release comes along.
Additional Background:
Hades 2 is a roguelike action game developed by Supergiant Games.
The original Hades was released in 2020 to critical acclaim and commercial success.
Panik Arcade, Future Friends Games, Aethermancer, Star Birds, and Deadly Days: Roadtrip are all indie game developers with their own unique styles and genres.
Sources:
Steam Charts
Supergiant Games press release
Panik Arcade interview
*Reporting by Engadget.*
