13 Best Greek Mythology Games to Play (2026)

The best Greek mythology game you can play right now is Hades II, Supergiant’s roguelike about the witch Melinoe taking on the Titan of Time, and it is now available on PC, Switch, Switch 2, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. If you prefer pure spectacle, the original God of War saga is still the most famous retelling of Olympus on a console, and this year’s 2D prequel Sons of Sparta adds a fresh chapter. Below are 13 games that bring Zeus, the Underworld and the heroes of myth to life, plus two board games for your next game night.

This guide was refreshed in October 2026 with the latest release news, including Hades II’s console launch and the confirmed full release date for Titan Quest II. The picks are based on research into release details, reviews and how faithfully each game uses its source myths. Some links are affiliate links that help support the site at no cost to you.

Greek Mythology Games at a Glance

• Best overall: Hades II
• Best action epic: God of War III Remastered and the Greek saga
• Best open world: Assassin’s Creed Odyssey
• Best family-friendly adventure: Immortals Fenyx Rising
• Best strategy: Age of Mythology: Retold
• Best loot RPG: Titan Quest Anniversary Edition and Titan Quest II
• Best story without combat: Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical

Quick Comparison Table

How We Chose These Games

Lots of games borrow a Medusa here or a Minotaur there. For this list, Greek mythology had to sit at the heart of the game, either as the main setting, the main cast or the core story. We then weighed how well each game uses its myths, how it was received by critics and players, whether it is easy to buy and play on current hardware in 2026, and how much variety it adds to the list. We wanted roguelikes, epics, strategy, RPGs and something gentle for players who do not want constant combat.

Sources included publisher announcements for release dates and platforms and established review coverage for reception. The picks are research-based. Where a game is still in early access or older, we say so plainly.

1. Hades II: Best Overall

Genre: Roguelike action | Platforms: PC, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S | Released: September 2025 (PC, Switch), April 2026 (PS5, Xbox)

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Hades II casts you as Melinoe, Princess of the Underworld and sister of the first game’s hero, trained by the goddess Hecate to defeat Chronos, the Titan of Time. Each run sends you through randomised regions, where Olympians such as Zeus, Aphrodite, Apollo and Hera offer boons that reshape your attacks and spells. The cast reaches far beyond the big names, pulling in figures like Nemesis, Moros, Odysseus and Circe.

What makes it the best Greek mythology game is how much the writers clearly love the source material. The gods bicker, scheme and show genuine affection, and each character’s dialogue reflects their myths. The magic system adds depth to the first game’s combat, and a large amount of new content was added during early access before the 2025 launch. It came to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on April 14, 2026, so almost everyone can now play it.

Why it fits: A loving, witty take on the whole pantheon wrapped around one of the best action loops in gaming.

Good to know: If combat feels too hard, God Mode reduces incoming damage a little more every time you fall.

2. Hades: Best Place to Start

Genre: Roguelike action | Platforms: PC, Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, mobile via Netflix | Released: 2020

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The original Hades follows Zagreus, son of Hades, as he tries to escape the Underworld and reach his mother Persephone on the surface. Along the way he gets help from his relatives on Olympus, crosses paths with Achilles and Patroclus, and argues with his father at every return home. Each failed escape moves the story forward, which is why so many people who normally avoid roguelikes finished it.

It is still a great entry point because the story stands on its own and gives the sequel more emotional weight. It is easy to find on almost every platform, and Netflix members can play it on mobile at no extra cost.

Why it fits: A fresh, character-driven retelling of the House of Hades and its family drama.

Good to know: Play it before Hades II if you can; the sequel references it often.

3. God of War III Remastered and the Greek Saga: Best Action Epic

Genre: Action-adventure | Platforms: PS4 (playable on PS5 through backward compatibility) | Released: 2010 original, 2015 remaster

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Before Kratos moved north to Norse mythology, he spent a whole trilogy tearing through the Greek pantheon. God of War III is the bloody climax of that story, with Kratos climbing Mount Olympus on the back of the Titan Gaia and battling Poseidon, Hades, Helios and finally Zeus himself. The boss fights are still among the most dramatic set pieces ever made.

The PS4 remaster is the easiest way to play it today. For the earlier chapters, the God of War Collection and the God of War Saga on PS3 gather the original games. Sony confirmed in February 2026 that a remake of the original Greek trilogy is in early development, so the saga is about to get a modern update.

Why it fits: The most famous video game war against the gods of Olympus.

Good to know: Note that the 2018 God of War and Ragnarok are set in Norse mythology, not Greek.

4. God of War Sons of Sparta: Best New Greek Release of 2026

Genre: 2D Metroidvania | Platforms: PS5 | Released: February 2026

Announced and released on the same day during a February 2026 State of Play, Sons of Sparta is a pixel-art prequel developed by Mega Cat Studios with Santa Monica Studio. It tells a canon story about a young Kratos training at the Agoge alongside his brother Deimos, with Terrence C. Carson returning as the voice of Kratos.

Reviews were mixed, but it gives fans of the Greek saga a new piece of the story and plays very differently from the 3D games, with exploration and ability-gated areas in the Metroidvania style. It is a digital PS5 release, so there is no physical edition to recommend here.

Why it fits: The only new Greek-era God of War story in years, set in Sparta itself.

Good to know: If you dislike 2D platforming, wait for news on the trilogy remake.

5. Assassin’s Creed Odyssey: Best Open World

Genre: Open-world action RPG | Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, PC (runs on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S) | Released: 2018

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Odyssey is set during the Peloponnesian War, and it lets you play as Kassandra or Alexios, a Spartan mercenary sailing across a huge recreation of the ancient Greek world. The main game is more historical than mythological, but legendary creatures such as Medusa, the Minotaur and the Cyclops appear as major encounters, and the world is full of temples and stories about the gods.

The Fate of Atlantis expansion goes fully mythic, sending you to Elysium, the Underworld of Hades and Atlantis itself. If you want to sail the Aegean, climb statues of Zeus and explore Athens at its height, nothing else comes close in sheer size.

Why it fits: The largest and most detailed ancient Greece in any game, with genuine mythic content in the expansion.

Good to know: It is a very long game; the main story alone can take dozens of hours.

6. Immortals Fenyx Rising: Best Family-Friendly Adventure

Genre: Open-world action-adventure | Platforms: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, PC | Released: 2020

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Ubisoft’s colourful adventure follows Fenyx, a mortal who must rescue the gods after Typhon breaks free and curses them. Prometheus narrates the story to Zeus, and their running commentary is one of the funniest parts of the game. You explore an island split into regions themed around Athena, Aphrodite, Ares and Hephaestus, solving puzzles in the Vaults of Tartaros and fighting mythical monsters.

It feels a lot like an open-world Zelda with a Greek mythology skin, and its gentle humour makes it a good choice for younger players or anyone who wants myths without the gore of God of War.

Why it fits: A funny, accessible tour of the Olympians and their monsters.

Good to know: The Switch version runs at a lower resolution than other platforms.

7. Age of Mythology: Retold: Best Strategy Game

Genre: Real-time strategy | Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X|S, PS5 | Released: 2024 (PS5 in 2025)

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The 2024 remake of the classic RTS lets you build a Greek city, choose a major god like Zeus, Hades or Poseidon, and summon minotaurs, centaurs and hydras to fight alongside your hoplites. The main campaign follows the Atlantean admiral Arkantos on a journey that echoes the Trojan War and the wanderings of Odysseus.

Retold reworks the visuals and interface, adds the Norse, Egyptian and Atlantean pantheons from the original, and later expansions brought Chinese and Japanese gods. The PS5 version launched in March 2025, so console players no longer miss out.

Why it fits: The best way to command the Greek gods and their creatures directly.

Good to know: The card above is a digital code for Xbox and Windows; PS5 players should buy from the PlayStation Store.

8. Titan Quest Anniversary Edition and Titan Quest II: Best Loot RPG

Genre: Action RPG | Platforms: Anniversary Edition on PC and consoles; Titan Quest II on PC in early access, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S at full launch | Released: 2016 (Anniversary Edition), 2025 (Titan Quest II early access)

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Titan Quest is a Diablo-style action RPG that starts in ancient Greece, where you fight satyrs, gorgons and harpies before moving on to Egypt and Asia. The Anniversary Edition updates the original with better balance and visuals, and expansions add Norse lands and Atlantis.

The sequel, Titan Quest II, entered early access on PC in August 2025 and focuses more tightly on Greece, with the goddess Nemesis as a central threat. THQ Nordic has confirmed the full release for January 19, 2027 on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. If you want to start now, the Anniversary Edition is the complete experience, and the early access sequel is an option for players happy to follow a game as it grows.

Why it fits: Endless monster-slaying and loot across a mythic version of ancient Greece.

Good to know: The original’s presentation shows its age, though the Anniversary updates help.

9. Apotheon: Best Art Style

Genre: 2D action platformer | Platforms: PC, PS4 | Released: 2015

Apotheon looks like an ancient Greek vase come to life. Every character, enemy and background is drawn in the black-figure pottery style. You play Nikandreos, a warrior who climbs Mount Olympus to take the powers of the gods after Zeus abandons humanity. Each god’s realm is a different level, from Artemis’s forest to Poseidon’s sea.

Combat is physical and tricky, with a variety of spears, swords and bows, and the game offers local multiplayer battles. It is short compared with others on the list, but nothing else looks like it.

Why it fits: A game that borrows its whole visual identity from classical Greek art.

Good to know: It is digital only, and the controls can feel loose at first.

10. Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical: Best Story Without Combat

Genre: Musical RPG, visual novel | Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch | Released: 2023

Written by David Gaider, known for his work on Dragon Age, Stray Gods follows Grace, a young woman who inherits the powers of a Muse and is accused of killing Calliope, the last of them. She has one week to prove her innocence among modern-day versions of Greek gods such as Apollo, Aphrodite and Persephone. The twist is that conversations happen through songs, and your choices change the lyrics and the direction of each number.

It is a short, character-driven experience with a voice cast that includes Laura Bailey and Troy Baker. If you love myths for the relationships and drama rather than the battles, this is a rare pick.

Why it fits: A modern myth told through musical numbers you help write.

Good to know: There is no combat at all; it is all choices and conversation.

11. Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island: Best Cosy Pick

Genre: Cosy exploration, mystery | Platforms: PC, Switch, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One | Released: December 2024

In Mythwrecked, you are shipwrecked on an island where the Greek gods are living in retirement and have lost their memories. Your job is to explore, solve puzzles and talk to them until their pasts come back. Developed by Polygon Treehouse, it swaps battles for warm writing and a sunny, peaceful setting.

It is ideal for players who want a relaxed weekend game or who want to share Greek myths with younger players without any violence.

Why it fits: A gentle, funny take on what the gods might be like with no worshippers left.

Good to know: It is a short game and best played in a few relaxed sessions.

12. SMITE 2: Best Competitive Option

Genre: Free-to-play MOBA | Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S | Released: Free-to-play open beta since January 2025

SMITE 2 lets you play as gods in third-person team battles. Zeus, Athena, Ares, Medusa and many other Greek figures are part of a roster that also includes gods from other pantheons. The sequel moved to Unreal Engine 5 and became free to play in January 2025, with cross-play and cross-progression across platforms.

It is not a story game, but if you want to master Greek gods in competitive matches with friends, it is the obvious choice and costs nothing to try.

Why it fits: The largest playable roster of Greek gods in any game.

Good to know: It is still in open beta, so balance and features change regularly.

13. A Total War Saga: TROY: Best Grand Strategy

Genre: Grand strategy | Platforms: PC | Released: 2020

TROY covers the Trojan War with heroes like Achilles, Hector, Odysseus and Paris leading armies across the Aegean. The base game uses a “truth behind the myth” approach, presenting monsters as more realistic versions. The Mythos expansion lets you switch on fully legendary creatures such as the Cyclops and Cerberus.

Why it fits: The Iliad as a sprawling campaign of battles and diplomacy.

Good to know: It is a deep, slow strategy game that rewards patience.

Bonus: Greek Mythology Board Games

If your group prefers the table to the screen, these two board games bring the gods to game night.

Santorini

Roxley Games Santorini 2nd Edition, Greek Strategy Board Game, 2-4 Players

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An easy-to-learn strategy game where you build towers with white blocks and blue domes. God cards give each player a special power, which keeps every match different. It plays in under half an hour and works well for families and couples.

Cyclades

Cyclades | Greek Mythology Area Control & Auction Board Game | Command Zeus, Poseidon & Ares to Conquer the Aegean | 1v1, Competitive or Team | Ages 14+ | 2-6 Players | 60-90 Min

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A deeper area-control game where players bid for the favour of Zeus, Poseidon, Ares, Athena and Apollo to conquer the Aegean islands. It suits groups who enjoy auctions, mythological creatures and a bit of conflict.

How to Choose the Right Greek Mythology Game

Pick by how you like to play

• Fast action: Hades II, Hades or God of War III Remastered.
• Exploration: Assassin’s Creed Odyssey or Immortals Fenyx Rising.
• Strategy: Age of Mythology: Retold or A Total War Saga: TROY.
• Story and choices: Stray Gods or Mythwrecked.
• Loot and builds: Titan Quest Anniversary Edition or Titan Quest II.

Pick by age and tone

God of War is very violent and best for adults. Hades, Hades II and Assassin’s Creed Odyssey are aimed at teens and older. Immortals Fenyx Rising, Mythwrecked and the Santorini board game are the most family-friendly choices.

Pick by platform

PC owners can play nearly everything on this list. PlayStation players get the exclusive God of War games, Switch owners get Hades, Hades II and Immortals Fenyx Rising, and Xbox players have Age of Mythology: Retold on Game Pass alongside most of the other picks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Greek mythology game?

Hades II is the best Greek mythology game for most players thanks to its huge cast of gods, sharp writing and excellent combat. It is available on PC, Switch, Switch 2, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. God of War III Remastered is the top choice if you want cinematic battles with the gods.

Is God of War based on Greek mythology?

The original God of War games, from the first title in 2005 through God of War III and Ascension, are based on Greek mythology. The 2018 God of War and Ragnarok move Kratos to Norse mythology. Sons of Sparta, released in 2026, returns to the Greek era.

Are there open-world Greek mythology games?

Yes. Assassin’s Creed Odyssey offers a huge open recreation of ancient Greece with mythical creatures and a mythology-focused expansion, while Immortals Fenyx Rising is a lighter, Zelda-style open world built entirely around the Olympian gods.

What Greek mythology games are good for kids?

Immortals Fenyx Rising, Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island and the board game Santorini are the most kid-friendly options. Each has little or no graphic violence and presents the gods with humour. Always check the age rating for your region before buying.

Is there a Greek mythology RPG?

Titan Quest Anniversary Edition and its sequel Titan Quest II are action RPGs set in a mythic ancient world, and Assassin’s Creed Odyssey plays as a full open-world RPG. Stray Gods is a narrative RPG where choices are made through songs.

When does Titan Quest II fully release?

THQ Nordic has announced that Titan Quest II will leave early access on January 19, 2027, launching on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S at the same time. The early access version has been playable on PC since August 2025.

Is Hades II on PS5 and Xbox?

Yes. Hades II launched on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on April 14, 2026, after an initial release on PC, Switch and Switch 2 in September 2025. It was also included in Game Pass from day one.

The Bottom Line

For most players, Hades II is the best Greek mythology game available, and the original Hades is the ideal warm-up. If you want epic battles against the Olympians, the God of War Greek saga remains unmatched, while Assassin’s Creed Odyssey is the pick for sailing and exploring the ancient world. Strategy fans should start with Age of Mythology: Retold, families will enjoy Immortals Fenyx Rising, and anyone who loves stories over swords should try Stray Gods. Whichever you choose, the gods have rarely been this well served.

Last updated: October 2026.