| Helldivers 2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Release Date | Gameplay & Story | DLC & Pre-Order | Review |
| Release Date | |
|---|---|
| February 8, 2024 More Details |
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| Genre | |
| PvE, Squad-Based Shooter | |
| Platforms | Price (MSRP) |
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$39.99 |
| Developer | Publisher |
| Arrowhead Game Studios | PlayStation Studios Sony Interactive Entertainment |
| Number of Players | Age Rating |
| 1-4 | ESRB Mature 17+ |
| Time to Finish | Cross Platform Play |
| 30-40 Hours | Yes |
| Official Website | Official Website for Helldivers 2 |
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Helldivers 2 Overview
Helldivers 2, developed by Arrowhead Game Studios, is a 2024 sequel to the 2015 top-down shooter Helldivers. Released on February 8, 2024, for PC and PlayStation 5, it marks a shift to a third-person perspective while retaining the core co-op gameplay of its predecessor.
Set in the universe of "managed democracy," players assume the role of Helldivers, elite soldiers tasked with enforcing the mandates of Super Earth across the galaxy. They’ll face various alien environments, facing off hordes of enemies alongside three other players. There are currently two main enemy factions in Helldivers 2—the Teriminids, or the "Bugs," and the mindless yet bloodthirsty Automatons, or the "Bots"—with the player’s ultimate objective being to deliver "democracy" to these hostile alien worlds.
Early server issues at launch caused occasional disruptions, largely due to the game's massive popularity, which saw it reach a peak Steam player count of 458,709 less than a week after release. Months later, Helldivers 2 maintains an average daily player base of approximately 30,000. However, its accessibility is hindered in over 170 countries, as Sony requires players to link a PlayStation account to Steam, limiting those without PSN access.
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PlayStation |
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| Price | $39.99 | ||||
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Helldivers 2 Gameplay
Missions in Helldivers 2, referred to as Operations, take place in procedurally generated environments where players complete objectives while battling enemy hordes. The difficulty of these Operations is scalable, ranging from Trivial to Super Helldive, with higher challenges yielding greater rewards, including experience points and in-game currencies like Requisition and Super Credits.
A core mechanic in Helldivers 2 is the use of Stratagems, deployable tools and weapons that require players to input specific command sequences and place a beacon to summon support from their orbiting ship. Players can equip up to four Stratagems and a team-wide Booster before missions. Progression is tied to completing Operations to earn rewards like weapons, new Stratagems, and ship module upgrades. Additional systems, such as the non-expiring battle pass called Warbonds, provide ongoing rewards and progression.
Helldivers 2 Reviews
Hordes Upon Hordes of Positive Reviews
Helldivers 2 has been met with generally positive reviews, with critics praising its gameplay, especially when played cooperatively. The game currently holds a respectable 82/100 on Metacritic for PS5 and 83/100 for PC.
While outlets like Game8, which rated it a 78 out of 100, acknowledged the game's enjoyable core gameplay, they also pointed out that the controls can often feel clunky. On the other hand, PC Gamer awarded it an 86 and lauded nearly every aspect of the game, aside from initial server issues. The Guardian gave the game 4 out of 5 stars, drawing comparisons to classic co-op titles like Left 4 Dead, but also highlighted server troubles at launch. Helldivers 2 earned a 9 out of 10 on IGN. In their review, they praised the combat and progression but criticized matchmaking and performance issues.
Despite the positive critical reception, the game’s user score on Metacritic is a more modest 7.4 on PS5 and a lower 6.5 on PC. Many users appreciate the fun, co-op experience, but concerns about balance issues and limited accessibility due to Sony’s PSN account linking requirement have tempered the overall reception.
Helldivers 2 Announcement Trailer
May 2023 PlayStation Showcase Announcement Trailer
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