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0.1 hrs last two weeks / 83.5 hrs on record (80.8 hrs at review time)
Posted: 9 Apr, 2024 @ 9:21am
Updated: 28 Nov, 2024 @ 9:48am

The first time my squad encountered a Bile Titan, it was an absolute disaster. We dropped into a hot zone teeming with Termanids (Helldivers 2’s alien bugs), and before we even located the massive creature, we had exhausted all our extra lives. Picture this: a hulking bug dripping acid, towering over anything we’d encountered so far. But against all odds – with bullets, airstrikes, orbital cannons, grenades, and a dash of luck – we managed to fell the beast and scramble back to our evac ship just as the enemy closed in. “I can’t believe we survived that,” one of my friends gasped. “Me neither,” I replied. “Wanna go again?” And so, reader, we played for several more hours.

That’s the Helldivers 2 experience in a nutshell. It’s hilarious, smartly designed, and intense whether you’re flying solo, teaming up with random Helldivers, or sipping a nice hot cup of Liber-tea across the galaxy with your buddies. Although like most games of its type, Helldivers 2 truly shines when played with friends.

Here’s why you’ll love it:

Varied Missions: From destroying Termanid eggs to activating nuclear-armed ICBMs, each world offers multiple objectives. The Galactic War awaits, and you’re free to choose between battling the robotic Automatons or the relentless Terminids (definitely not Warhammer 40K’s Tyranids, wink).

Weaponry Galore: With a vast catalog of weapons, emotes, armor, and abilities to unlock, you’ll find yourself armed to the teeth. The button combos for weapons support add a neat mechanic, and air strikes and orbital strikes? Impressive, to say the least.

Progression System: Even at higher levels, Helldivers 2’s progression system remains impressive. By level 20, you can unlock every Stratagem currently available – a feat that took me around 25 hours.
So grab your cape, command your Super Destroyer space ship (mine’s the Elected Representative of Family Values), and head to the front lines. Let’s bring Liberty and Managed Democracy to occupied planets, one bug at a time. With over 40 hours logged since release, I’m still relishing the thrill of new places, exotic life forms, and the glory of Super Earth.

Remember: In the chaos of battle, laughter is your best weapon. And in the name of Super Earth, let’s keep those laughs rolling! :P
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