Everything you need for the return to the Spire. New characters, 4-player co-op, cards, relics, and strategy guides — updated as Early Access evolves.
Start Here → CharactersWhat's New in STS2
Slay the Spire 2 launches on Steam Early Access March 5, 2026. Here's what's confirmed so far.
Play through the Spire with up to 4 friends in the brand new co-op mode. Coordinate cards and relics for chaos and synergy.
Returning archetypes plus entirely new Slayers, each with distinct card pools, mechanics, and strategic identities.
Branching alternate acts expand the Spire beyond its original three floors. New biomes, enemies, elites, and bosses to discover.
A new meta-progression mechanic tied to ancient powers. Still being revealed as Early Access approaches.
New cards, new relics, new potions. The Early Access build ships with substantial content — more will be added throughout development.
Runs unfold across procedurally generated maps with branching paths, elite encounters, events, and multi-phase boss fights.
Quick Start Guides
New to the Spire, or returning from STS1? Start here.
Learn the core loop: building a deck, reading enemies, and surviving act bosses. STS2 is the best entry point in the series.
Here's everything that changed. New systems, reworked mechanics, and what carries over from your knowledge of the original.
Co-op is brand new to the Spire. Learn how the 4-player mode works and how to coordinate with your team for win conditions.
Our tier list ranks every card and relic by power level and synergy potential. Updated as the Early Access meta develops.
FAQ
Quick answers to the most common questions about STS2.
Slay the Spire 2 launches in Steam Early Access on March 5, 2026. It will be available on PC via Steam first. A full release window has not been announced.
Yes! STS2 introduces 4-player co-op — a first for the series. You and up to 3 friends can tackle the Spire together, coordinating decks and relics.
The March 5 Early Access launch is PC only (Steam). Console and mobile versions have not been announced for Early Access, but Mega Crit released STS1 on all platforms eventually.
No — STS2 is designed as a standalone entry. That said, STS1 veterans will recognize many mechanics and returning characters. We recommend it, but it's not required.
Mega Crit confirmed the launch build includes new cards, characters, events, relics, potions, abilities, alternate acts, and more. It's a substantial launch — typical of MegaCrit's quality bar.
Yes. We'll update guides, tier lists, and the wiki as Mega Crit adds content and balance patches throughout Early Access.