Hades 2 – How To Get More Death Defiance And Extra Lives

You’ll likely experience failures in Hades 2. After all, a roguelike game is about going through multiple unsuccessful runs until you finally have the right build to take out your foes. Still, there’s one particular facet that should help keep Melinoe alive. Here’s our guide on how to get extra lives and Death Defiance in Hades 2.

Hades 2 Death Defiance guide: How to get more extra lives

The Hades 2 Death Defiance mechanic allows Melinoe to continue fighting. If ever her health is depleted, a Death Defiance token is consumed instead, restoring some of her HP. Here’s a quick summary:

• With all functions unlocked and upgraded, you can have +5 Death Defiance at the start of your run.
• Boons from various deities and NPCs can also increase or replenish your tokens.
• Some characters also have boons that cause effects depending on how many Death Defiance tokens have been consumed already.