Hades 2 still has the bones of its predecessor but strives to be different in the ways that matter most. One of its most significant differences is Melinoe, who acts as Hades 2's protagonist and playable character. During the majority of their time in Hades 2 during its early access period, players will take Melinoe on many trips through the Underworld to rescue the House of Hades from Chronos, her grandfather and narcissistic Titan of Time. The Underworld isn't the only place players will journey, however, as they also currently have access to the surface where they can begin their ascent to Mount Olympus.