Helldivers 2 Launches on Xbox Series X Next Month
▼ Summary
– Helldivers 2, a 2024 hit game by Arrowhead Games Studios, will release on Xbox Series X on Aug. 26.
– Game director Mikael Eriksson expressed excitement about expanding the player base and future content plans.
– Sony rarely publishes its first-party titles on Xbox, with MLB: The Show being a previous exception.
– It’s unclear if Helldivers 2’s Xbox release is a one-time exception or the start of a new Sony strategy.
– The game will support cross-play across different platforms.
Helldivers 2, the critically acclaimed cooperative shooter from Arrowhead Games Studios, is expanding its reach with an Xbox Series X release scheduled for August 26. This highly anticipated launch marks a significant moment for fans who have eagerly awaited the chance to experience the game on Microsoft’s platform.
Game director Mikael Eriksson shared his enthusiasm in an official announcement, emphasizing the studio’s commitment to growing its player base. “Bringing Helldivers 2 to Xbox Series X opens up exciting opportunities for our community,” he said. “With more players joining the fight, we can deliver even bigger and better experiences in the months and years ahead.”
The move is particularly noteworthy given Sony’s historical reluctance to publish its first-party titles on competing platforms. While exceptions like MLB: The Show have existed, Helldivers 2’s arrival on Xbox raises questions about whether this signals a shift in Sony’s strategy. Microsoft, meanwhile, has recently embraced multiplatform releases for some of its own exclusives, including Hi-Fi Rush and the upcoming Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.
Cross-play functionality will be available at launch, allowing players on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC to team up seamlessly. This feature ensures the community remains united, regardless of platform preference. Whether this release is a one-time exception or the beginning of a broader trend remains to be seen, but for now, Xbox players can look forward to joining the fight later this summer.
(Source: Polygon)
