HELLDIVERS™ 2
Action
Multi-player
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Achievements
In-App Purchases
Adjustable Text Size
Camera Comfort
Chat Speech-to-text
Chat Text-to-speech
Color Alternatives
Custom Volume Controls
Adjustable Difficulty
Narrated Game Menus
Playable without Timed Input
Stereo Sound
Subtitle Options
Surround Sound
Partial Controller Support
Family Sharing

The Galaxy’s Last Line of Offence. Enlist in the Helldivers and join the fight for freedom across a hostile galaxy in a fast, frantic, and ferocious third-person shooter.

Developers: Arrowhead Game Studios
Publishers: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Release Date: Feb 8, 2024
Price (USD): $39.99
Current Players: 24k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(80%)
fun with friends
satirical humor
unique experience
addictive gameplay
great community
progression system
community
balance
warbond system
content updates
persistent bugs
technical issues
balance changes
grind
monetization
Overall, player sentiment is quite torn. While many love the unique co-op experience and satirical tone, there are widespread frustrations with technical issues that persist through updates. The community is divided on aspects like the demanding progression system, with frequent balance changes and perceived push towards monetization fueling dissatisfaction among long-term players.

Positive Points

  • The game offers a unique and engaging co-op experience, particularly praised for being fun and chaotic with friends.
  • Players enjoy the satirical humor and themes, which add a distinctive touch to the gameplay.
  • Despite some issues, the core gameplay loop is described as addictive and fun, capturing the essence of fighting overwhelming odds.
  • Negative Points

  • Many players complain about persistent bugs and technical issues that have not been addressed, with some reporting performance drops after recent updates.
  • There is significant criticism of the game's progression and monetization model, with many feeling that too much content is locked behind paywalls or requires excessive grinding.
  • Balance changes are often seen as unfavorable, with players feeling that nerfs are frequent and often make the game less fun.
  • Mixed Points

  • While some players like the challenge and balance, others feel it detracts from the fun, leading to a polarized community.
  • The warbond system is appreciated for providing content but criticized for making progression feel unattainable without spending money.
  • Common Themes

  • The game's community is often mentioned, both positively, for being supportive in co-op sessions, and negatively, for the toxicity in discussions about the game's state.
  • Players have a strong sense of nostalgia for the game's early days, often mentioning that it has gone downhill from its initial release.
  • Updated 6/8/2026, 12:01:27 AM UTC