How to Unlock All Hidden Aspects - Hades Guide - IGN (2024)

Hades will have you fighting against the wretches of the underworld with an array of Infernal Arms, each with their own flavor and advantages. Over time, you have the opportunity to unlock variants of them, but there's a greater hidden potential underneath them all.

All Infernal Arms in Hades have a Hidden Aspect, and there's several steps you should have in mind in order to unlock them all. These, along with their own stories, completely change how each weapon feels.

What Are Hidden Aspects?

Hidden Aspects are almost complete overhauls of the Infernal Arms in Hades. They all correspond to a particular hero or known historic figure, and drastically change how the weapon operates, including its moveset, passive abilities, and more.

The main difference with the other three aspects is that you have to unlock them first by following certain steps. First, make sure to have purchased the Fated List of Minor Prophecies from the House Contractor, and at least reached the final boss once. From there, it's all about spending Titan Blood in your Infernal Arms - you need to have spent at least 5 in each weapon, regardless of which aspect you choose (Zagreus' is the most cheap at 1 Titan Blood each, and thus can make this quicker for you.)

Once this is done, you're gonna have to go ahead and talk to a couple of key characters. Here's everything you need to know for each one of the weapons.

Aspect of Guan Yu

This aspect corresponds to the Eternal Spear, and it's unlocked by talking to Achilles in the House of Hades. As with Nyx, this is rather straightforward as you only have to play enough times for the conversation to happen - just don't forget to go ahead and talk to him whenever you're back from your escape attempts, as it's easy to miss Achilles if you only focus on the lounge and main hall of the house.

When he mentions this, just go to Skelly's room and equip the spear. Then, approach the orb and press "Reveal" to unveil the aspect.

Aspect of Arthur

This aspect corresponds to the Stygian Blade, and it's unlocked by talking to Nyx. This makes it easier as you only have to pay attention to her presence when you're back at the House of Hades, and talk to her whenever you have the chance. Eventually, she will do a mention of the weapon, and will tell Zagreus a passing that he needs to repeat at the blade in Skelly's room. Just approach it, equip it, and press "Reveal", and the aspect will be unlocked.

Aspect of Rama

This aspect corresponds to the Heart-Seeking Bow, and it's unlocked by talking to Artemis. Of course, she won't be found in the House of Hades, so you'll have to stumble upon her during your runs. If you have previously unlocked her Keepsake, then make sure to equip this to increase your chances to getting Boons from her (if you haven't, just gift her Nectar.)

As usual, just repeat the process of talking to her until she gives you the phrase. Once you're back in the house, approach the bow, equip it, and reveal the aspect by interacting with the orb.

Aspect of Gilgamesh

This aspect corresponds to the Twin Fists of Malphon, and it's unlocked by talking to Asterius. Yes, you read this right - you need to talk to the Minotaur in Elysium in order to obtain the waking phrase and unveil the hidden aspect.

This is done by engaging with him during his mini-boss form, which happens before the boss battle at the end of Elysium. For this, keep an eye for a Skull icon on the doors - one of these will mostly likely face you against a Soul Catcher, but as you get closer to the end of the area, there will be many times where Asterius will expect you. Repeat this fight until he gives you the waking phrase, and then go back to Skelly's room, equip the Twin Fists, and reveal the hidden aspect by interacting with the orb.

Aspect of Lucifer

This aspect corresponds to the Adamant Rail, and it's unlocked by talking to Zeus. Of course, he won't be found in the House of Hades, so you'll have to stumble upon him during your runs. If you have previously unlocked his Keepsake, then make sure to equip this to increase your chances to getting Boons from him (if you haven't, just gift him Nectar.)

As usual, just repeat the process of talking to Zeus until he gives you the phrase. Once you're back in the house, approach the infernal arm, equip it, and reveal the aspect by interacting with the orb.

Aspect of Beowulf

This aspect corresponds to the Shield of Chaos, and it's unlocked by talking to Chaos. Of course, they won't be found in the House of Hades, so you'll have to stumble upon them during your runs. If you have previously unlocked their Keepsake, then make sure to equip this to increase your chances to getting Chaos Boons from them (if you haven't, just gift them Nectar). Keep in mind that you won't find these in rooms, but instead keep an eye for Chaos Gates to go and visit their realm (if you're using their Keepsake, Zagreus won't have to sacrifice health to enter.)

As usual, just repeat the process of talking to them until they give you the phrase. Once you're back in the house, approach the bow, equip it, and reveal the aspect by interacting with the orb. This might take longer than the rest of the Hidden Aspects, but just keep on keeping on until Chaos finally mentions the aspect.