About
The Galaxy’s Last Line of Offence. Enlist in the Helldivers and join the fight for freedom across a hostile galaxy in a fast, frantic, and ferocious third-person shooter.
Games like HELLDIVERS™ 2
- Other titles in the same genre
- Popular indie releases
- Games with similar mechanics
Good for
- Co-op squads who enjoy the chaos and coordination of friendly fire being a real risk
- Players who appreciate satirical military sci-fi humor mixed with genuine action
- Those who want a live-service game where community actions affect the meta-game state
- Controller players — the game was designed with controller as primary input
Avoid if
- Friendly fire from teammates is a frustration rather than a design feature for you
- You want to play solo reliably — solo difficulty is steep and the game is designed for squads
- Live-service seasons with rotating content may not sustain long-term interest for all players
- PC hardware requirements are meaningful — the game benefits from modern GPUs for stable framerates at high settings
FAQ
Is HELLDIVERS™ 2 worth playing in 2026?
If co-op squads who enjoy the chaos and coordination of friendly fire being a real risk, HELLDIVERS™ 2 holds up well. Check "Avoid if" above for honest caveats before committing.
How long does HELLDIVERS™ 2 take to beat?
Main story runtime varies — check the HowLongToBeat link in the sidebar for community-reported hours (Main / Main+Extras / Completionist).