Helldivers 2 release date, gameplay details, trailers & more
Helldivers 2 is an upcoming third-person squad-based shooter from Arrowhead Game Studios and PlayStation. We've got all the info you need to know about Helldivers 2's release date, as well as gameplay details so you know what the game's all about.
Players will step into the boots of the Helldivers and fight against a growing alien threat using all kinds of weaponry. If you're looking for a new co-op shooter to get stuck into, this might be worth keeping on your radar. With that, here's everything you need to know about Helldivers 2!
Helldivers 2: Release date & platforms
Click to enlargeHelldivers 2 will be released on February 8, 2024. The game is coming to PlayStation 5 and PC platforms, but is available for pre-order now.
The game was debuted at Sony's State of Play in May 2023. It's a sequel to the original Helldivers game from 2015, which was released on PS3, PS4 and Vita.
Helldivers 2: Gameplay details
Click to enlargeHelldivers 2 is a third-person co-op shooter set in a sci-fi world. You play as a Helldiver, a peacekeeper in a galactic war. Your job is to defend your planet from an invasion of deadly alien creatures.
Luckily, you'll be equipped with a wide range of tools to take them down, including heavy guns, bombs, mines, turrets and more. You can even call in airstrikes and upgrade your ship to unlock new tools to use in combat.
Helldivers 2 is a co-op game, so you can work together with friends to fight the aliens. However, friendly fire is always on, so you need to make sure you're not accidentally hurting your allies. Communication will be essential in this game.
Importantly, Helldivers 2 will include crossplay between PS5 and PC. That means you can play with friends on other platforms!
Helldivers 2: Trailers
The most recent trailer for Helldivers 2 was shown at Sony's State of Play presentation. You can check it out above!
This trailer teases some content that seems to be planned for after launch, including some kind of mech with a chaingun. It also shows some of the enemies you'll be fighting and the locations you'll be visiting in the game. Definitely give it a look if you're interested!
For more Helldivers 2, keep reading GGRecon - or check out some info about more upcoming games here. For more games from Sony's latest State of Play, check out our info about Death Stranding 2 or Rise of the Ronin.
