Helldivers 2 is the best co-op shooter since Left 4 Dead. As someone who played the original on and off over the years, Helldivers 2 is essentially a high budget makeover of the first title, with the overarching mechanics and gameplay loop remaining identical. (The switch to 3rd person is welcomed).
The game can be a little overwhelming at first and really is only fun with atleast 2 other people, but that's a blessing in disguise as its not trying to appeal to everyone, like most modern AAA games. This is a cooperative shooter that emphasises teamwork beyond the surface level.
In a single mission you will be delegating side tasks, coordinating drone strikes and yelling at your friend for accidentally melting you with a flamethrower. Communication is actually important here, and since its PvE, the vibe is actually positive and not toxic.
Helldivers 2 kicks ass as a coop game, a sequel and a live service. For 40 dollars you're getting your money's worth and more. Just make sure you have a couple friends willing to dive with you.
The game can be a little overwhelming at first and really is only fun with atleast 2 other people, but that's a blessing in disguise as its not trying to appeal to everyone, like most modern AAA games. This is a cooperative shooter that emphasises teamwork beyond the surface level.
In a single mission you will be delegating side tasks, coordinating drone strikes and yelling at your friend for accidentally melting you with a flamethrower. Communication is actually important here, and since its PvE, the vibe is actually positive and not toxic.
Helldivers 2 kicks ass as a coop game, a sequel and a live service. For 40 dollars you're getting your money's worth and more. Just make sure you have a couple friends willing to dive with you.