Supergiant Games announces Hades, a roguelike dungeon crawler based on Greek mythology, generating excitement among fans of their previous titles.
Hades is released on Early Access via the Epic Games Store, allowing players to experience and provide feedback during development.
After successful development and early access, Hades is released on Nintendo Switch, expanding its audience to console players.
The full version of Hades officially launches on both Steam and the Epic Games Store, receiving widespread critical acclaim for its gameplay and storytelling.
Hades wins multiple awards including Best Indie Game and Best Action at The Game Awards, cementing its reputation as a standout title of 2020.
The Olympian gods defeat the Titans and establish their rule over the cosmos, leading to the creation of the Underworld ruled by Hades.
Zagreus, the son of Hades and Persephone, is born and grows up in the Underworld.
Persephone leaves the Underworld for the surface world, considerably affecting Zagreus's upbringing and motivation.
Zagreus makes his first attempts to escape the Underworld to reach the surface, defying his father Hades' wishes.
During his escape attempts, Zagreus receives aid and boons from various Olympian gods to help him progress.
Zagreus learns more about his true parentage and Persephone’s return to the Underworld.
Hades actively tries to prevent Zagreus from escaping, sending deadly forces after him.
Persephone eventually returns to the Underworld, reuniting with both Hades and Zagreus.
