The orchestral concert celebrating the Hades series, officially titled the Hades musical orchestral concert, Ballads of the Underworld, is now available to watch in its entirety, free of charge, online. The performance, produced by studio Supergiant Games in collaboration with the London Mozart Players, offers fans a chance to experience one of this year’s most praised game-music shows from anywhere in the world, marking a fitting digital send-off for a franchise whose score has become as iconic as its gameplay.
The concert recreated the music of the Hades series with a full live orchestra, conducted by Hades co-composer Austin Wintory. Alongside the ensemble, the show featured live vocals from the cast and creators behind the games, including Melinoë actor Judy Alice Lee, Erin Yvette, who voices Scylla, and Colin Ryan, who plays Apollo. Supergiant composer Darren Korb and vocalist Ashley Barrett also took to the stage to perform their own compositions, delivering a rare convergence of the voices that brought the game’s underworld to life.
A Live Show Made for the Screen
The full recording is segmented to match a setlist detailed in the video’s description, allowing viewers to follow the emotional arc of the evening as it unfolds. The production captures the energy of a live performance while preserving the clarity of each orchestral arrangement, a balance that has made the concert a standout among this year’s game-music events. The show was first highlighted during Eurogamer’s Optimism Week, an editorial series devoted to celebrating the joy of live game-music performances, where the Hades concert served as the inspiration for a broader reflection on the genre.
For viewers revisiting the performance, the setlist offers several moments that have resonated strongly with audiences. The evening opens with Moonlight Guide Us, a sweeping number that sets the tone for the entire show, while later selections showcase the range of the performers. Colin Ryan’s rendition of Fated Glory has drawn particular praise for its vocal power, and Korb’s falsetto during the final numbers has been noted as one of the performance’s technical highlights.
A Broader Wave of Hades Content
The concert’s release arrives alongside a broader wave of attention on the Supergiant catalogue. Documentary maker Noclip has released the first episode of a new series focusing on the development of Hades 2, offering an in-depth look at how the sequel was crafted. The series arrives at a moment of heightened interest in the studio, which continues to build its reputation for richly written, mechanically tight games.
Supergiant itself is currently working out what comes next after Hades 2. Nothing has yet been announced by the studio, leaving fans to speculate about the company’s next project while it continues to develop its portfolio. The free streaming of the concert, combined with the new documentary series, represents a notable moment of engagement between the studio and its community during this transitional period.
Looking Ahead
The full Ballads of the Underworld recording is now available to stream online at no cost, with the setlist and additional details available in the video’s description. As the community continues to discuss the performance and the new documentary series gains traction, the Hades franchise remains one of the most celebrated in modern gaming, both for its gameplay and for a score that continues to resonate with players long after they descend into the underworld.
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