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Volpedia/Games/Hades/Modes/Pact of Punishment Runs
HADES / MODES

Pact of Punishment Runs

Post-first-clear challenge configurations.

ModesReviewed 2026-10-27Reference · noindex
Original Hades editorial concept diagram, not a game screenshotOriginal Volpedia diagram
OverviewCharacters18Weapons6Weapon Aspects24Boons30Keepsakes25Companions6Bosses9Maps6Enemies12Mirror of Night12Heat & Pact17Resources9Progression10Builds10Modes4Guides22Tips15Tools2
Volpedia strategy: Select one manageable modifier first and compare results weapon by weapon.
How it worksPractical strategyCommon mistake to avoidRelated entries
01

How it works

Heat conditions change each escape's difficulty and available boss bounty progression.

02

Practical strategy

Select one manageable modifier first and compare results weapon by weapon.

03

Common mistake to avoid

Combining hard modifiers blindly to chase a large Heat number.

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Related Hades articles

guidesHeat and Pact of Punishment Guide

Raise difficulty without turning every chamber into chaos

pactPact of Punishment

The post-escape difficulty system.

modesGod Mode

Optional assistance mode for practicing and story enjoyment.

modesHell Mode

An advanced challenge setting chosen for a new save.

modesStandard Escape

The core roguelike campaign loop.

guidesAll Six Weapons and Aspects Explained

Choose the right Infernal Arm and understand why aspects change play

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MORE CATEGORIESCharactersWeaponsWeapon AspectsBoonsKeepsakesCompanionsBossesMapsEnemiesMirror of NightHeat & PactResourcesProgression

Independent Volpedia encyclopedia for Hades (2020) by Supergiant Games; not Hades II. Original editorial diagrams are symbolic, not game screenshots or exact character depictions. Existing approved cover preserved. Verified editorial references are recorded in the internal M59 source registry. Hades and associated names are trademarks of their respective holders. Editorial review: 2026-10-27.

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