Transcend beyond human reach, explore alien planets, combat factions, and liberate Super Earth in Helldivers 2. But who exactly are we up against? Here’s the lowdown on PvP in Helldivers 2.
Is there PvP in Helldivers 2?
If you’ve delved into the original Helldivers, you won’t be surprised to find out that PvP isn’t part of Helldivers 2. This galactic action game focuses solely on PvE, where players join forces as Helldivers to repel invading factions and safeguard Super Earth. Each player commands their own Super Destroyer, which can be upgraded and personalized. Players team up with three other Helldivers to tackle missions, facing off against colossal bugs and renegade robots.
Just like its predecessor, Helldivers 2 maintains its PvE format, prioritizing player loadouts. Whether you choose to play solo or with companions, the objective remains the same: gather weapons, equipment, and Stratagems to combat the alien invaders.
The goal is to select missions that suit your playstyle and party size, strategize loadouts, gather resources, and achieve mission objectives. Optional tasks, such as clearing outposts or activating SEAF Artillery, provide Medals for acquiring weapons and armor, as well as funds for unlocking Stratagems and upgrading your ship.
Despite the absence of PvP, Helldivers 2 introduces the challenge of friendly fire during missions. Helldivers can respawn regardless of the cause of death, but each respawn incurs a monetary cost. Therefore, resorting to trolling via friendly fire can prove costly. Every weapon and tool deployed on the battlefield poses a threat to teammates, so exercise caution with orbital strike placement and aim for precise shots at the alien adversaries.
