- Helldivers 2 will be available on Xbox Series X/S starting August 26.
- The popular co-op shooter will maintain crossplay with PS5 and PC
- It can be reserved in two editions: standard and Super Citizen Edition
- This launch marks a significant shift in PlayStation's exclusives strategy.
The Helldivers 2 universe expands and abandons PS5 exclusivity. Arrowhead Game Studios and PlayStation officially confirmed the arrival of their successful cooperative shooter on Xbox Series X and S, thus putting an end to months of rumors and requests from the community. The arrival on the Microsoft console It will be on August 26th, adding another platform to the multiplayer phenomenon of the year.
From that date, Xbox players will be able to join the galactic war alongside PS5 and PC users.. The title, originally published exclusively by PlayStation Studios in early 2024, had quickly become One of the best-selling and most played games in the Sony ecosystem, but now extends its battlefield thanks to the opening towards new consoles.
Xbox Series X launch: details, price, and editions
The Xbox Series X/S version will feature full crossplay, allowing matches between players across all platforms. This much-requested feature indicates a larger and more active community. Additionally, you can book now the game in the Microsoft digital store in two versions: the standard edition, which in Spain is released for 39,99 Euros, and the Super Citizen Edition, available for 59,99 Euros, which adds exclusive appearances and items, such as armor, unique weapons, capes, and other extras to personalize the experience.
As an additional incentive, those who decide to book in advance will receive three new armor sets for their galactic soldiers. The intention, according to Arrowhead and PlayStation, is for new players to arrive well-equipped for battle and be able to integrate seamlessly into the global Helldivers ecosystem.
Change of course in the exclusivity strategy
Helldivers 2's move to Xbox isn't just news for co-op gamers: It is also a sign of PlayStation's new approach to its releases.Until now, the company's major franchises had been reserved for its own consoles and, increasingly, for PCs. Although Arrowhead Game Studios is an independent developer, the series belongs to Sony, which until now has opted to keep it linked to its ecosystem.
This opening reminiscent of other recent movements, such as the launch of MLB The Show or LEGO Horizon Adventures outside the usual limits of PlayStation, opening the debate on the evolution of exclusivity in the industry. Helldivers 2, like those titles, It represents a turning point for Sony's business model.
Growing community and future roadmap
The success of Helldivers 2 since its debut on PS5 and PC has been overwhelming. In just a few months, More than 12 million copies have been sold and its player base has remained very active, even after the initial boom. Game director Mikael Eriksson himself has emphasized on several occasions that "The Xbox expansion will allow for more stories to be told and even more players to join the fight for Super-Earth.«. Both Eriksson and creative director Johan Pilestedt have encouraged PlayStation and PC veterans to help new Helldivers when they land on the interplanetary battlefield this August.
The Arrowhead studio has confirmed that they are already working on new content for the coming months and years, maintaining the formula for which the game has been so well received: third-person action, essential teamwork and a very particular sense of humor. In addition, the crossplay promises more dynamic games and even larger communities, regardless of the platform on which the title is enjoyed.
Full access to the experience, including co-op modes, expansions, and future events, will strengthen Helldivers 2's position as a benchmark in next-gen co-op gaming.
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