Companion Choices in Hades: Which Summon to Carry

Updated 2026-10-15T00:00:00.000Z Source Community mechanics documentation; exact figures to be verified against the game's own data By Antewise Editorial

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Companions are a once-per-run tool

A companion charges during the escape and fires a single strong effect. You get one meaningful use, so place it with care.

They are not a rotation or a cooldown you spam. Think of the companion as a planned emergency, not a habit.

Best picks for a first run

A damage companion covers the most mistakes. One big hit can end a bad room or finish a boss phase.

Avoid support companions until you know the rooms. Their value is subtle and wastes on a player still learning the map.

When to fire it

Save the companion for a boss or a room you are losing. A wasted companion on a trivial fight is gone for good.

Hold it through the early biomes. The escape the first biome page shows where pressure first spikes.

Next: Common Hades mistakes.

Frequently asked questions

What is a companion in Hades?

A companion is a summon you equip that fires once per escape with a long recharge. It is a single, planned burst of help.

Which companion is best for new players?

Pick one that deals damage and is easy to aim. A simple, strong hit covers more mistakes than a tricky support effect.

Which Hades companion deals the most damage?

Damage companions cover the most ground for a new player. One big hit can end a bad room or finish a boss phase you were losing.

Can you use a Hades companion more than once?

Each companion fires once per escape with a long recharge. Treat it as a planned emergency, not a rotation you repeat.

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