Do you like Warhammer? - Starship Troopers? Murdering Bugs and Clankers?? Then this game is for you!!
“HELLDIVERS™ 2 is a 3rd person squad-based shooter that sees the elite forces of the Helldivers battling to win an intergalactic struggle to rid the galaxy of the rising alien threats. From a 3rd person perspective, players use a variety of weapons (pistols, machine guns, flamethrowers) and stratagems (turrets, airstrikes, etc.) to shoot and kill the alien threats. Players can also aim down the sights for a more accurate 1st person camera view. Combat is accompanied by frequent sprays of blood and dismemberment as players exterminate the alien forces or players and squad mates are hit by environmental explosions or friendly fire. Enemy encampments and battlefield environments depict bloodstains and dismembered corpses.”
Review:
Helldivers 2, released on February 8, 2024, has captured the hearts of many gamers, quickly rising to fame on both PlayStation and PC Steam. However, that rise was met with turbulence due to some controversial decisions by Sony. The requirement for a PSN account excluded players in certain regions, leading to an uproar among fans and a significant drop in the player base, resulting in a shift from “mostly positive” to “mostly negative” reviews on Steam. It’s unfortunate that many of the issues stem from Sony’s policies, but despite these setbacks, the game itself is an absolute gem that keeps pulling me back in!
Today, I celebrate having survived Liberty Day—a unique in-game event! For those unfamiliar, Liberty Day, celebrated every year on October 26th, marks the anniversary of managed Democracy on Super Earth, a time when players fought their way from darkness into the light of freedom. It adds an extra layer of excitement and context to the gameplay.
The core mechanics of Helldivers 2 are engaging and rewarding. Players complete Major and Personal orders to earn medals, which can be spent on War Bonds—akin to a battle pass system that offers both premium and free options for new weapons, skills, and skins. This progression system keeps players motivated to dive back into the fray, no matter how long it's been since their last mission.
Beyond the objectives, the gameplay offers a treasure hunt for resources to upgrade your personal Starship, adding a satisfying layer of customization and strategy. Whether you’re playing solo or with friends, the chaos of cooperative play is thrilling. And let’s be honest, you’ll need that teamwork when facing the relentless enemies of Super Earth!
Helldivers 2 kicks off with an engaging tutorial that effectively covers all the essential gameplay mechanics. Before you know it, you find yourself frozen in a cryo pod, waiting for your next mission. This is where the excitement really begins!
Welcome to the “SES Hammer of Wrath,” my personal destroyer! From here, you can select missions from the Galactic War holo map, immersing yourself in a universe filled with challenging enemies and intense co-op gameplay. The strategic elements of mission selection add depth, allowing you to tailor your experience and team up with friends for some epic battles.
If you are new to the Helldivers universe you will see there are two Enemies, The Terminids (akin to the bugs from starship troopers, or Tyranids from Warhammer 40k.) The Automatons, AND if you know…..you know what's coming.
Overall, the combination of action, strategy, and humour makes Helldivers 2 a thrilling experience. I can't wait to dive back in and see what other chaos awaits!
The mission verity is awesome, ranging from
Killing Structures (Hives for bugs and factories for the bots)
Defending an Area
Raising the Flag of Super Earth!
Evacuate Civilians
Extracting Fuel
Geological surveys
Retrieving data
Launching the ICBM
And More!
So, grab your favourite drink—maybe some Liber-Tea—and prepare to drop into action. Remember, in Helldivers, death isn’t the end; there are plenty more Helldivers ready to take your place. Despite the hiccups, Helldivers 2 is a fantastic experience that offers endless fun and camaraderie. I can’t wait to see what future updates will bring, and I’ll definitely be there to celebrate the next Liberty Day!
PSA: Watch out for BIO TITANS!!
HELLDIVERS™ 2 can be purchased here:-
If you really want to splash out for Democracy and be a SUPER CITIZEN:-
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