Summary
Developer Arrowhead Game Studios has swiftly addressed a long-standing issue involving a problem with difficulty levels affecting a staggering 1.3 millionHelldivers 2players. This issue was preventing players from unlocking difficulties normally; however, theHelldivers 2developer was able to rectify it through a manual progression fix. Nonetheless, the resolution process is not yet complete.
Helldivers 2is a cooperative third-person shooter game developed by Arrowhead Game Studios. Players have to engage with up to four players, selecting missions from the Galactic Map to progress through the Galactic War. The game incorporates an armor system inspired by real firearms, offering a variety of weapons and Stratagems for combat. Set a century after the events of the first game (Helldivers), the sequel follows the elite shock troops known as Helldivers as they combat the chaos caused by the release of a valuable resource and the emergence of a new threat posed by the Automatons.Helldivers 2has received positive reviewsfrom critics and players since its release.
As reported by Reddit user cryptic-fox, Arrowhead Game Studios deployed a fix targeting the locked difficulty problem, ensuring that affected players can now unlockeveryHelldivers 2difficulty levelas intended. However, according to the developer, the extensive manual requests to address this issue inadvertently caused some system congestion, leading to temporary hiccups in store purchases and other account features for some users. In response to the situation, Arrowhead Game Studios has reassured the community that they are actively working to resolve any remaining difficulty unlock requests. The team plans to process the remaining requests in smaller batches over the course of the day to minimize disruption and ensure a smooth resolution for all affected players.
Message from the Helldivers 2 Developer
Players who have encountered this issue have expressed their frustration, highlighting the impact it has had on their gameplay experience. Some have reported being stuck on medium difficulty, unable to access rare samples or facing more advanced enemies, hindering their progression and enjoyment of the game. Despite the challenges, other players have expressed gratitude for Arrowhead Game Studios' efforts in addressing the issue promptly, acknowledging the complexity of managing a title withconstant updates and content additions likeHelldivers 2.
Helldivers 2has experienced tremendous success since its launch on February 8, surpassing the developer’s expectations in sales. However, the game has encountered some issues and bugs that the developer has been trying to rectify throughthe latestHelldivers 2updates. As Arrowhead Game Studios continues to address these issues and enhance the game’s stability, players can anticipate a smootherHelldivers 2experience in the days to come.
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Do you believe in freedom? Can you stand in the face of oppression – and defend the defenceless? Wage war for peace. Die for democracy.Join forces with up to three friends and wreak havoc on an alien scourge threatening the safety of your home planet, Super Earth, in this multiplayer co-op shooter for PS5 and PC from Arrowhead Game Studios.Step into the boots of the Helldivers, an elite class of soldiers whose mission is to spread peace, liberty and Managed Democracy using the biggest, baddest and most explosive tools in the galaxy.Helldivers don’t go planet side without proper backup, but it’s up to you to decide how and when to call it in. Not only do you have a host of superpowered primary weapons and customizable loadouts, you also have the ability to call on stratagems during play.Helldivers 2 features Arrowhead’s best cooperative gameplay yet. Collaboration will be vital: Teams will synergize on loadouts, strategize their approach for each mission and complete objectives together.1Enlist in Super Earth’s premier military peacekeeping force today. We are heroes… we are legends… WE ARE HELLDIVERS.
