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Helldivers 2 is the highly anticipated sequel to the cooperative third-person shooter game, Helldivers. Released in February 2024, the game has received positive reviews and has sold over 8 million units within the first two months of its release.

Gameplay Updates and Features

• Helldivers 2 features a third-person shooter gameplay, unlike the top-down shooter of the first game.
• The game retains the use of 'stratagems' from the previous title, such as cluster bombs, sentry guns, and supply pods.
• Friendly fire is always on, and the game's armor system is inspired by real-world firearms against armored targets.
• Cooperative multiplayer supports up to four players, but there is no dedicated single-player campaign.
• The game features optional cross-play between PlayStation 5 and Windows platforms.
• Players can earn various in-game currencies, including 'war-bond medals', 'requisition slips', and 'super credits', to unlock new weapons and stratagems.
• Players contribute to the collective "liberation" of planets, which is displayed on the Galactic Map.

Recent Updates and Patch Notes

Helldivers 2 has received regular updates and improvements since its launch in February 2024. Some of the recent updates include:

• April 3rd, 2024: Players who fought on the brutal Malevelon Creek planet were rewarded with a customizable cape.
• March 15th, 2024: The game reached 8 million units sold and 450,000 concurrent players on Steam.
• March 2nd, 2024: Arrowhead Games CEO Johan Pilestedt addressed the comparisons between Helldivers 2 and the Halo franchise.
• February 24th, 2024: The game surpassed Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 and Fortnite as the most actively played game on the PlayStation Network.