Helldivers 2 releases February 8 on PS5 and PC.

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Helldivers 2, the co-operative third-person shooter from Arrowhead Game Studios published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, is now available on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam. The sequel shifts the series into an over-the-shoulder perspective and drops squads onto hostile worlds to complete objectives in the name of Super Earth.

Players team up with up to three friends to push back alien threats, call in powerful stratagems, and coordinate loadouts for each mission. Friendly fire is always a factor, so teamwork and positioning matter as much as firepower.

What you need to know

Release date: February 8, 2024
Platforms: PlayStation 5 and PC (Steam)
Developer: Arrowhead Game Studios
Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Online co-op: Up to 4 players
Cross-play: Supported between PS5 and PC

Gameplay overview

Helldivers 2 is built around mission-based deployments where squads land on a planet, complete a set of objectives, and extract under pressure. Along the way you will face escalating enemy patrols and larger threats that demand quick decisions, clear communication, and smart use of equipment.

Stratagems are a core part of the loop. By inputting short command sequences, players can call down air strikes, supply drops, defensive emplacements, and other tools that can turn a losing fight into a successful push. Choosing the right stratagems for a mission, and timing them well, is often the difference between victory and failure.

Editions and pricing

Helldivers 2 launches with a Standard Edition and a Super Citizen Edition. Availability and pricing vary by region and storefront, so check the PlayStation Store or Steam for the latest details in your area.

Where to play

PS5: Available digitally on the PlayStation Store.
PC: Available digitally on Steam.

With cross-play support between PS5 and PC, friends can squad up across platforms from day one. If you are jumping in at launch, consider starting with a balanced loadout and a mix of offensive and defensive stratagems while you learn mission types and enemy behaviors.