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Hades 2 Dominates Sales with 300K Copies in Three Days

9/27/2025

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Summary

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Hades 2 launched September 25, 2025, for PC and Nintendo Switch 2, earning a 94 on OpenCritic, the year’s highest.
It outscored Shujinkou (94) and Hollow Knight: Silksong (92).
Hades 2 sold 300,000 copies within three days after full release, following 700,000 during early access.
The 2025 indie surge and early access shape development, but market saturation remains a challenge.

History

Historical Context

"Undertale," released in 2015, sold over 1 million copies in its first year, setting a precedent for indie games. This success influenced Supergiant Games, which launched "Hades" in 2020, achieving 1 million sales in just over a week. The anticipated sequel, "Hades II," is set for full release in 2025, reflecting the growing impact of indie titles in the gaming industry.

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Story summary

Hades 2 launched September 25, 2025, for PC and Nintendo Switch 2, earning a 94 on OpenCritic, the year’s highest.
It outscored Shujinkou (94) and Hollow Knight: Silksong (92).
Hades 2 sold 300,000 copies within three days after full release, following 700,000 during early access.
The 2025 indie surge and early access shape development, but market saturation remains a challenge.

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