Helldivers 2
News, coverage and analysis tracking Helldivers 2 across the outlets.- Morning PatchesSeveral games received official updates, including American Truck Simulator's 1.60 update featuring Kenworth TourAmerica Paint Jobs, Arma Reforger's 1.7.0.49 update, and Destiny 2's Update 9.7.0 from Bungie. Helldivers 2 also received a patch.
Helldivers Film Loses Star Jason Momoa, Will Continue With New LeadJason Momoa has exited the upcoming Helldivers film adaptation produced by PlayStation Productions. The project is still moving forward, and the studio is seeking a new lead actor. The Helldivers franchise, which began as a top-down shooter and evolved into the popular third-person title Helldivers 2, is being adapted into a film by PlayStation Productions and Sony Pictures.
Sony Pictures' Helldivers movie has lost Jason Momoa as its lead, just months after announcing the star's involvementJason Momoa has departed the lead role in the upcoming Helldivers movie adaptation from Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions, with the reason for his exit unknown. Director Justin Lin is still attached to the project, which is slated for a November 10, 2027 release. The film's plot details are under wraps, but it is expected to draw heavily from the popular Helldivers games.
Jason Momoa Is Reportedly No Longer Involved with the Upcoming Helldivers MovieActor Jason Momoa is reportedly no longer attached to star in the upcoming Helldivers movie adaptation. The film, set to be directed by Justin Lin, is scheduled for a November 2027 release. Sony is reportedly seeking a new lead actor for the project, which has yet to reveal story details.
Jason Momoa has exited as the lead of the Helldivers movie, just two months after the director said he was "only…Jason Momoa has exited his lead role in the upcoming Helldivers movie, based on Arrowhead Game Studios' franchise. Director Justin Lin expressed disappointment, having previously stated Momoa was the only person who could capture the character's essence. The reason for Momoa's departure was not disclosed, but he has a busy schedule with other film projects.- Helldivers 2 outlines planned adjustments to its personal and galactic war progression systems starting this monthArrowhead Game Studios has outlined upcoming adjustments to Helldivers 2's progression systems, including changes to personal and galactic war progression starting this month. Future updates will introduce multi-week major order campaigns, planet warfronts with distinct mission types, and a personal progress track that grants rewards even if broader objectives aren't met. The studio also plans to revamp ship module unlocks and increase the level cap to 300.
- Todd McFarlane Shows Off New Fallout and Helldivers Figures | IGN Live 2026Todd McFarlane showcased new action figures from McFarlane Toys at IGN Live, featuring characters from Fallout 4 and Helldivers 2. The figures include a Paladin Danse figure from Fallout 4 as part of the Elite Series, with McFarlane emphasizing the company's strategy of offering figures at various price points.
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'We Are So Back': Helldivers 2 Dev Lays Out Plans to Improve GameArrowhead Game Studios has outlined plans to improve Helldivers 2, focusing on player progression and communication. New features like Galactic War Campaigns and Planet Warfronts will be introduced to enhance the game's meta-narrative and player engagement. The studio also plans to add new personal progression systems and ship customization options.
Helldivers 2 promises "the next evolution of Major Orders," an increased level cap, new missions and more in…Arrowhead Game Studios is revamping progression in Helldivers 2, introducing Galactic War Campaigns to replace Major Orders for clearer community objectives and introducing Personal Campaign Progression with a level cap increase to 300. These changes aim to make endgame progression more rewarding and understandable for players, with personal reward tracks even if community goals aren't met.
"We didn't have the content needed to do it justice at the time": Helldivers 2 is finally getting a roguelite system Arrowhead experimented with pre-launchArrowhead Game Studios is introducing a new roguelite system called Planet Warfronts to Helldivers 2, which was initially experimented with before launch. This system will add strategic community decisions and new mission types to the game's ongoing Galactic War. Additionally, the studio is implementing Galactic War Campaigns to replace Major Orders, offering deeper storytelling and more rewards over longer periods.
Helldivers 2 is adding new war campaigns and full ship customization, to offer "more valuable upgrades for every kind of player"Arrowhead Game Studios is introducing significant updates to Helldivers 2, including new Galactic War Campaigns and full Super Destroyer ship customization. Game Director Mikael Ariksson detailed plans for more valuable upgrades and persistent progression elements to address player feedback. These updates aim to offer more meaningful choices for all player types and will be rolled out progressively.- Helldivers 2 Dev Confirms Roguelite Systems, Called Planet Warfronts, as Part of Big Changes Coming to the GameHelldivers 2 developer Arrowhead has confirmed that the game will be receiving major updates, including the implementation of roguelite systems referred to as Planet Warfronts. These changes are part of a larger overhaul planned for the game.
Helldivers 2 to Start Galactic Campaigns This Month, Studio is Working on Roguelite Planet WarfrontsHelldivers 2 game director Mikael Eriksson detailed upcoming progression updates, including Galactic War Campaigns launching in June to provide clearer narrative progression and rewards. The studio is also experimenting with Planet Warfronts, a new mission type incorporating roguelite elements. Further enhancements will include personal progression reward tracks, Super Destroyer customization, new ships, and various gameplay improvements.
New God of War game likely won't come to PCSony has revealed God of War Laufey, a new entry in the series that is unlikely to be released on PC, unlike its recent predecessors. This decision aligns with reports of Sony backing away from PC releases for its major single-player exclusives, reinforcing them as system sellers for the PlayStation 5. While multiplayer titles like Helldivers 2 will continue to see PC ports, flagship exclusives like God of War Laufey are expected to remain console-bound.
PlayStation’s First-Party Game Sales Have Been On Decline Since 2020, Data ShowsData indicates that Sony's first-party game sales have been in a steady decline since the 2020 financial year, falling from 58.4 million units to 28.9 million in 2024, with a slight increase to 32.1 million in 2025. This trend coincides with challenges in the company's live-service game strategy and long development cycles for major titles, despite recent successes like Helldivers 2.
New Report Shows PlayStation First-Party Game Sales Declining, But What’s The Full Story>A report analyzing Sony's first-party game sales reveals a significant decline from FY20 to FY25, dropping from 58.4 million to 32.1 million units. While the number of releases has fluctuated, the analysis suggests the core issue is an increasing reliance on a few blockbuster franchises like God of War and Spider-Man, with fewer new titles emerging to fill the gap.
PS5 first-party game sales have been dropping for the last six yearsSony's first-party game sales on PlayStation 5 have seen a consistent decline over the past six years, despite strong console sales. This trend is attributed to a reduced output of major exclusive titles and a shift towards live service games, which has impacted overall sales figures compared to previous years.
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