Neither Arrowhead nor Sony overwhelmed us with details when both Arrowhead and Sony finally unveiled Helldivers II at the PlayStation Showcase in May, but it seems like we’ll be getting regular updates ahead of its launch this fall.
The first update comes in the form of several new images from Helldivers II, along with some basic gameplay details. Katherine Baskin, Arrowhead’s social media and community manager, atPlayStation BlogA change in view on confirmation does not mean that other fundamentals have been abandoned.
We were still able to tweak our armor, weapons, and often game-changing tactics before embarking on our missions. For starters, it’s not like Call of Duty where it doesn’t really matter what you choose, as most maps are pretty good for all playstyles and have the same enemies. Helldivers II will be a very challenging game, each mission will take us to a different environment with different types of enemies, with unique strengths and weaknesses, so before choosing what to bring with you, consider It is wise to look at the content before the briefing. Coordinating with your team when doing this can really make a difference.
This focus on teamwork is clearly important in the mission as well. Friendly fire and limited ammo are still a core part of Helldivers II, so don’t spray and pray. Especially since some optional objectives require cooperation. Expect to learn more about these and more in the coming weeks and months.
