Back in 2020, Hades made waves in the gaming world, quickly becoming a beloved Indie game that set new standards in the roguelike genre. With the highly anticipated sequel, Hades 2, on the horizon, all eyes are on how it will build on the success of its predecessor.

Stepping into the shoes of a new lead character, Melinoe, Hades 2 follows her quest to thwart the vengeful Titan Chronos, adding depth to the rich tapestry of Greek mythology. While the sequel promises a deeper dive into Greek myths, there's an exciting opportunity for the series to take a cue from the playbook of another iconic game – God of War.

Embracing Diversity: Drawing Inspiration from God of War

Exploring Beyond Greek Myths

While Greek mythology forms the core of Hades, the game subtly nods to other mythologies through its hidden weapon aspects. Unveiled through interactions with NPCs and special items, each weapon conceals a version inspired by a different mythos, altering its abilities significantly.

For example, Varatha, the Eternal Spear, pays homage to Chinese mythology with an aspect featuring Guan Yu, introducing a healing projectile attack. Stygius transforms into the Holy Excalibur with the Aspect of Arthur, offering faster combos and unique abilities. References to Hindu, Sumerian, Christian, and Norse mythologies hint at the vast narrative potential beyond Greek lore within the Hades universe.

A New Frontier: The Impact of a Mythology Shift

While Greek mythology is rich with narratives, a potential Hades 3 could benefit from a fresh direction inspired by God of War's bold move. Similar to how God of War revitalized its franchise by embracing Norse mythology, a shift in Hades could introduce players to new characters, settings, and challenges while retaining the beloved gameplay loop.

By taking a page from God of War's playbook, Hades could offer players a rejuvenated experience, exploring uncharted territories within different mythologies, and infusing the series with renewed excitement and depth.