In an exciting development for gaming enthusiasts, Smite 2 has been officially announced during the Smite World Championships. This highly anticipated multiplayer battle arena sequel will be made available on Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. While the release date is yet to be revealed, fans can look forward to closed alpha testing in spring 2024.

At launch, Smite 2 will introduce 25 gods into the game, with plans to eventually bring over all gods from the original game. The inclusion of both returning characters and fresh additions was showcased during the keynote. Notably, Hecate, the Greek goddess of sorcery, will be among the new gods, fulfilling fervent fan demand.

During the Smite keynote, Smite general manager Travis Brown emphasized that Smite 2 is set to deliver a MOBA experience with "more impact, more strategy, and more creativity." The game will feature full cross-play and cross-progression, ensuring seamless gaming across PC and console versions.

Delving into the technical aspects, Smite 2 is built using Unreal Engine 5. This powerful engine has enabled the developers, Titan Forge, to completely revamp the game's major systems and visual elements. It was playfully mentioned during the keynote that some of the original game's visual cues relied on Flash, the now-defunct animation software.

The overarching goal of Smite 2, as declared by Titan Forge, is to enhance every aspect of the game while retaining the beloved "feel" that players are accustomed to. The game will maintain its immersive third-person perspective and will provide support for both keyboard and controller inputs during the alpha testing phase.

For fans of the original Smite, fear not! Titan Forge has reassured them that support for the original game will continue in the foreseeable future, with the promise of introducing the 130th hero later this year.

As gamers anxiously await the arrival of Smite 2, it is clear that this sequel holds tremendous potential to offer enhanced gameplay features and a fresh roster of mythological gods to engage with. Stay tuned for further updates on the release date and more details about the exciting world of Smite 2.