What changed in HELLDIVERS™ 2 in 2026

Enhanced image quality when using NVIDIA DLSS, AMD FSR, or Intel XeSS upscaling.

Dynamic Resolution Scaling is now disabled by default due to graphical issues on some graphics cards.

Transforming Personal Orders into a system that rewards players for participation in Galactic War Campaigns.

Helldivers will be able to use assisted reload with the appropriate backpack.

Focus on stability and balancing with feedback from Propaganda Commanders.

Adding player agency and unique progression paths for ships.

Prototyping fixes for stratagem bouncing issues.

Launching Campaigns as the next evolution of Major Orders, lasting 1-3 weeks with clear objectives and rewards.

Plans to add new ships with unique specializations and customizations.

Addressing long-standing issues with Hellpod steering.

Enhancing environmental collision and reducing movement penalties.

Improving navigation in Warbond and Superstore menus.

Increasing emote slots from 4 to 8.

For monitors with a wide range of available resolutions.

Support for various upscaling technologies to enhance graphics performance.

Inviting non-friends via the social menus recent-tab will now send a PSN system invite if both are on PSN.

Support for various upscaling technologies to enhance graphics performance.

Improvements made across all platforms for better image quality.

Enhancements to improve performance on systems with limited VRAM.

Helldivers were unable to manually climb small obstacles and ledges without auto-climb.

For monitors with a wide range of available resolutions.

Resolution increased to 1440p in Performance preset for Xbox Series X and PS5.

Helldivers were unable to manually climb small obstacles and ledges without auto-climb.

VRS can help improve performance by reducing shading rates on certain areas of the image.

Enhances performance on systems with limited VRAM.

Improved performance and image quality across all platforms.

VRS can help improve performance by reducing shading rates on certain areas of the image.

Integration of FSR, DLSS, and XeSS support for enhanced visual clarity on supported hardware.

Maintains stable frame rates during graphically demanding scenarios.

Now available for users with NVIDIA GPUs to enhance input responsiveness.

A range of updates focused on stability, latency reduction, and advanced upscaling technologies.

Fully supported for AMD GPU users to ensure immediate input registration.

Resolution increased for PS5 and Xbox Series X in the Performance preset.

Now supported to reduce stuttering without screen tearing on compatible displays.

Players will be unable to purchase or spend Super Credits during the maintenance period.

Patch to address several audio issues.

Backend maintenance scheduled on May 19, causing temporary outages and login interruptions.

Major Orders will evolve into longer, multi-week themed 'Campaigns' for a more engaging experience.

Improving communication regarding balance updates and gameplay adjustments.

Plans to include more community-driven events with exciting rewards like stratagem unlocks.

Teams are working on new red stratagems and evolving ships to enhance gameplay options.

Introducing branching outcomes that create clearer stakes and consequences based on player actions.

Plans to expand testing programs to include more closed and public beta testing for broader feedback.

Improvements to the Galactic War rewards to make them more distinctive and meaningful.

Significant focus on enhancing meta-progression and the Galactic War with deeper progression and engaging features.

Resolved an issue from Patch 6.2.1 where armor values were incorrectly swapped between the Legs and Claws.

Reverted Hive Guard stats with increased armor for Main Body and Front Legs, decreased armor for Head and Claws, and increased health.

Players will no longer be redirected incorrectly in the Ship Management menu.

The Double-Edged Sickle no longer emits a high-pitched drone when firing.

Fireworks are now available for players who complete the tutorial.

Destroying the Air Base Control Tower with a portable Hellbomb no longer blocks objective progression.

Utilizes guided, heat-propelled rounds with a 60% hit rate.

A modern reinvention of the Lumberers equipped with an anti-tank cannon and flamethrower.

New title to equip for showing expertise.

Adjustments made to enemy damage against vehicles.

Retro print cape first popularized in GW1 cereal merchandising.

New emote to express approval.

Features a flak cannon and a ballistics shield for heavy combat.

Introduced validation checks to address potential issues from outdated drivers.

Fleshmobs can no longer clip through various objects when charging.

Various adjustments made to side-arms and stratagems.

New lush, tranquil forest biomes discovered.

Defend city events now appear Super Earth controlled again.

A new variant of enemies has been added to the game.

Equipped with SteerComfort for enhanced movement experience.

Gunships and Shriekers now spawn during operations with the appropriate effects.

Improved visual quality for sparks and smoke effects.

A disposable machine gun with caseless ammunition, includes 2 per usage.

Laughter sound for the Mirth emote is now functioning correctly.

State mandated uniform for operating heavy machinery.

Exo suits have been rebalanced for better durability and performance.

High rate of fire submachine gun with increased penetration.

Cape that pays tribute to mavericks and mischief-makers.

Helldivers who unlocked this title can now find it in the customization menu.

This change is especially noticeable on a sandy moon.

This adjustment combats darkness in the Exospire mission.

Fixed various UI issues and interaction problems across the game.

Fixed crashes during Hellpod drop and other rare crash scenarios.

Enemies will be slower and confused when hit by flamethrowers.

Increased magazine capacity from 7 to 8 and reduced charge-up time.

New enemy types include VERACITOR and GATEKEEPER, along with a new variant of the Watcher called OBTRUDER.

A new mission to destroy Exospires and calm the Illuminate Exostorms.

Heal effect increased by 100% and muzzle velocity increased from 200 to 300.

Fixed issues with enemy reinforcements and behavior when damaged.

Fixed various issues with weapons and stratagems, including ammo notifications and damage accuracy.

Moved the underbarrel weapon function from down to left.

The Illuminate Appropriators field only Illuminate units, supported by a variety of constructs.

New Premium Warbond featuring offensive items for frontline assault squads.

New pattern for hellpods, FRV, Pelican, and exosuits.

New player title for an entrenched soldier theme.

Pistol loaded with jet-assisted rounds for distance shooting.

Medium armor with explosive damage resistance and extra storage.

Automated turret that fires gas shells.

New emote for greeting teammates.

Heavy throwable grenade with a massive blast radius.

Entrenchment tool now available in regular loadout.

Light armor with explosive and gas damage resistance.

Versatile submachine gun with iron sights and incineration attachment.

Heavy support flamethrower that sprays a continuous column of flame.

Helldivers are tasked with stopping the production of Cyborgs in Cyberstan's factory cities.

Three new enemy types introduced: Agitators, Cyborg Radicals, and the Vox Engine.

Helldivers can purchase the War Horses set of armor in the Superstore.

Demolition Force of C4 increased from 30 to 40.

Hatch could mistakenly feed mission-critical material into the ammunition compartment.

A Galactic Reinforcement Counter will track the number of Helldivers deployed in the Battle for Cyberstan.

Fixed two videos missing audio in Simplified Chinese.

New defensive assistance features like the G/SH-39 Shield available for Helldivers.

An emote for both regular and victory poses.

A cape with a saw-tooth shape along the bottom edge.

A title to showcase your formidable presence.

Magazine now visible during reload animation.

Medium armor that offers flexibility and speed.

An updated version of a classic weapon that fires six beams instead of three.

All melee weapons damage increased; armor passive modifiers decreased.

New feature to crash the game if it hangs for more than 20 seconds.

Premium Warbond Siegebreakers with a devastating hammer and LAS-16 Trident upgrade.

Fog density improvements for better visibility in different settings.

B-1 Supply Pack no longer provides infinite supplies when dropped.

Heavy armor designed for offensive capabilities.

A new pattern for shuttles, exosuits, hellpods, and FRVs.

Similar weapon function modes now share the same input direction.

Increased intensity across all factions, especially on the Automaton front.

Sway modifier decreased to improve effectiveness at range.

A sledgehammer that can smash through barriers or have an explosive charge attached.

Performance improvements for building materials in colonies and cities.

A throwable shield that generates a spherical, projectile-blocking barrier.

A weapon that fires a single high-yield missile.

Crashes caused by weapon customization desynchronization and Galactic Map access fixed.

New War Horse set available in the Superstore on February 10.

A new tank vehicle offering unrivaled firepower and defense.

A coordinating cape that comes pre-tattered.

A weapon that allows continuous firing of grenades.

M-1000 Maxigun muzzle adjusted to reduce flash.

The slim PC build will now be the default for all players, with the larger version available for a limited time.

New Commando missions allow Helldivers to operate behind enemy lines with limited air support.

Suppressors are now more valuable in stealth gameplay, with noise radius of firing suppressed weapons reduced by 50%.

Detection range of danger for certain enemy units has been reduced, making stealth gameplay more viable.

Medium armor with radar-absorbent features for stealth gameplay.

Mid-range precision rifle with integrated suppressor for stealth gameplay.

Secondary pistol that releases a chemical agent inducing delirium in targets.

Booster that equips Hellpod with a smokescreen for stealthy landings.

Backpack with six adhesive C4 charges for strategic detonation.

Throwable anti-personnel mine that attracts and detonates near targets.

Light armor designed for tactical operations with noise reduction features.

New victory pose to signal squad readiness.

New capes for players to enhance their recon roleplay.

Claim a new player title to signify your covert operations.

Fully automatic assault rifle with a non-removable suppressor.

New set of gear including weapons, armors, and capes for covert operations.