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Helldivers 2

What Happens if You Abandon an Operation?

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Helldivers 2 - What Happens When You Abandon an Operation

Abandoning an operation does not affect enemy progress in Helldivers 2. Read on to know everything about abandoning operations and if there will be consequences in doing so.

What Happens When You Abandon Operations?

Players Won't Be Penalized

Helldivers 2 - Abandon Mission With Squad

After a confirmation from reddit user AHGS_Misty, players won't be punished for abandoning an operation mid-game and enemy progress will not be affected.

However, players who leave will also miss out on gaining exp., so finishing the operation to get both exp and rewards are still recommended.

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