Helldivers 2 set to launch on PS5 and PC later this year

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Helldivers 2, the sequel to the crazy isometric co-op shooter release in 2015, is coming later this year with a change of perspective as it’s now a third-person shooter that can be played with up to four players.

Based on a PlayStation blog post from Arrowhead Game Studios’ Social Media and Community manager Katherine Baskin, the sequel seem to be delivering a similar game style of players being overwhelmed from all sides and relying on Stratagems to even the field. Strategems are what players can call for support, be it a bomb to clear enemies in one go or display a defensive perimeter to cover your flanks, such as a field of mines deployed in one go.

Weirdly enough, Helldivers stood out due to the fact that friendly fire is naturally
active in the game, so players can accidentally shoot teammates, drop bombs on them, or land a drop pod on top of them. This will be the same case in Helldivers 2.

In the post, CEO Johan Pilestedt of Arrowhead Games Studios also shared his thoughts on the upcoming sequel.

“Greetings, cannon fodder. I’m Johan, Creative Director of Helldivers 2, and I’m ecstatic to finally reveal the project we’ve devoted ourselves to over the past few years. Our team’s achievements in this time have been a source of immense pride. Whether you’re a seasoned player of the original game or a newcomer to the Helldivers universe, I can’t wait for you to dive into our tongue-in-cheek portrayal of a totalitarian regime.

“Brace yourselves for adrenaline-fueled moments, intense action, and a bond that forms when you rely on your team to complete missions or comically fail due to the reckless handling of over-the-top firepower. Most importantly, we hope that the laughter we share in the studio while playing the game will resonate with you as you enjoy this crazy universe.

“See you in Hell, divers!”

No exact release date was given but Helldivers 2 is set to launch sometime this year for PlayStation 5 and PC.

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