Hades Exclusively Arriving on Netflix Games for iOS; Android Release Unconfirmed
Excitement mounts for mobile gamers as Hades, the critically acclaimed roguelike masterpiece from Supergiant Games, prepares to make its highly anticipated debut on iOS through Netflix Games on March 19. This announcement, confirmed by the streaming giant on Tuesday, signals a significant expansion of the Netflix Games library and promises to deliver an immersive gaming experience to iOS users worldwide. Pre-registrations for Hades are now open, allowing eager players to secure their spot in the underworld adventure ahead of its official release date.
Originally launched on Nintendo Switch, PC, and Mac in 2020, Hades quickly garnered widespread acclaim for its captivating gameplay, rich narrative, and stunning visuals. Following its successful debut, the game made its way to PlayStation and Xbox platforms the following year, further solidifying its status as a modern classic among the gaming community. Now, with its arrival on iOS through Netflix Games, Hades is poised to captivate a new audience of mobile gamers, offering them the chance to embark on an epic journey through the depths of the underworld.
However, it’s worth noting that Hades will be exclusive to iOS within the Netflix Games library, with no plans for an Android port in the foreseeable future. This decision underscores Netflix’s strategic focus on bolstering its gaming offerings on iOS devices while ensuring a seamless and engaging gaming experience for its subscribers. As anticipation builds for the arrival of Hades on iOS, gamers can look forward to immersing themselves in a richly detailed world filled with mythological characters, intense combat, and endless possibilities, all within the palm of their hand.
Hades was first confirmed for mobile as part of Netflix Games in November last year, alongside indie darlings Braid and Death’s Door. The roguelike dungeon crawler puts players in the shoes of Zagreus, the moody son of Hades, the lord of the Underworld, as he attempts to escape hell and reach Mount Olympus. Over multiple runs, players discover the stories and secrets of the denizens of the Underworld.
Hades was released to immense critical acclaim and was nominated for the Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2020, eventually winning Best Action Game and Best Indie Game honours.
Supergiant Games are currently working on a sequel, with Hades II confirmed at The Game Awards 2022. While there’s no concrete release date yet, Supergiant said late last year that Hades II would launch in Early Access in the second quarter of 2024 on Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Netflix Games, which has over 80 games in its library — all free to play on mobile for its subscribers, has been pushing to bring major titles under its umbrella, in addition to a range of smaller and indie games already available on the platform. The subscription service added Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition to Android and iOS platforms in December, bringing beloved GTA games to its portfolio.