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HELLDIVERS™ 2

HELLDIVERS™ 2

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.

75%
Mostly Positive
DeveloperArrowhead Game Studios
PublisherPlayStation Publishing LLC
Release DateFeb 8, 2024
$39.99
Peak Players458.2K
PlatformsWindows
Action
AI Review Summary

Helldivers 2 delivers an exceptionally immersive and cinematic cooperative experience characterized by satisfying gunplay and a strong sense of community. However, the game currently struggles with severe technical instability, including frequent crashes and performance issues, alongside controversial balancing decisions that many players feel prioritize realism over fun.

Pros

  • Exceptional gunplay and cinematic atmosphere that creates highly immersive moments.95%
  • Strong community bonding and emergent cooperative gameplay experiences.90%
  • High value-to-price ratio with a compelling core gameplay loop.85%
  • Outstanding music and sound design that enhances the patriotic theme.80%
  • Constant sense of progression and variety in mission types.70%

Cons

  • Severe technical issues including frequent crashes on launch and full system freezes.95%
  • Poor optimization and performance stability across various PC configurations.85%
  • Controversial balancing decisions that players feel undermine the fun factor in favor of realism.80%
  • Stealth mechanics feel unpolished, esoteric, and poorly explained.65%
  • Frustration over the temporary nature of popular limited-time missions.60%

Notable Mentions

  • Despite the 'Very Negative' recent reviews, the average playtime exceeds 200 hours, indicating high core engagement.
  • Players have expressed a strong desire for more vehicle-focused content and customization options.
  • The opening cinematic and 'patriotic' branding are highly praised for setting the game's unique tone.
Confidence: 60%
Based on the 198 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 4, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
74.0K
Peak · last 90 days
146.5K
All-time peak
458.2K

Price

Current price
$39.99
Lowest tracked
$29.99since Nov 24, 2025

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
100%
All-time positive
75%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews1.2M
Positive: 875.4K (75%)Negative: 284.3K (25%)

1%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

214h

Avg Playtime at Review

96%

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