helldivers 2 overturns the traditional strategy of exclusivity by announcing its arrival in Xbox Series X | S on August 26. Developed by Arrowhead Game Studios and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, this release represents a further opening to the multiplatform market, allowing players of all ages to play. PlayStation 5, PC and now Xbox gather on the battlefield through the crossplay.
This decision removes barriers which until now have divided different gaming communities, marking a shift in Sony's policy regarding its multiplayer titles. Starting on the launch date, friends across all these platforms will be able to cooperate on intense galactic missions regardless of the console or computer they're connecting from.
Crossplay confirmed from day one
The news was made official through Arrowhead channels and was ratified by the CEO himself, Johan Pilestedt, who made it clear that Cross-play between Xbox, PlayStation, and PC will be available from launch on the Microsoft console.This feature was one of the community's most insistent requests since the title's release.
Thanks to crossplay implemented, the player base will grow significantly, given that mixed squads will be able to form and enjoy all the existing content, as well as future events of the so-called "galactic war". Arrowhead insists that The more players participate, the more epic stories and battles will be able to live in the Helldivers universe.
Furthermore, the study has confirmed that both the Standard Edition and Super Citizen Edition are now available for pre-order in the Xbox Store, including additional content and exclusive skins.
No cross-progression: each account keeps its progress separate
Despite the expectations generated during the previous months, Arrowhead Game Studios has made it clear that there will be no cross-progression cross-platform support at the launch of Helldivers 2 on Xbox. This means that progress, unlocks, and items earned on PlayStation or PC will not carry over to Xbox, and vice versa.
Representatives of the studio and its community have explained that, as of today, cross-progression is not in active development, although the possibility of exploring the possibility in the future is not ruled out if demand grows or the technical situation allows. For now, the focus is on ensuring the stability and quality of the cross-play multiplayer experience.
To play on Xbox, users will need an active membership, as it is a continuous online experience. However, the game will not be included in Xbox Game Pass.
A thriving community with a promising future
Arrowhead Game Studios has reiterated its commitment to the continued growth of Helldivers 2. Expectations are New content updates, events, and expansions for the coming months and years, feeding a player base that continues to grow after its initial success on PlayStation 5 and PC, where the game sold more than 12 million units in just three months.
The inclusion of crossplay and its arrival on Xbox reinforces its position as one of the most relevant and long-running cooperative games today. The game is preparing for a stage in which Teamwork and community will be more active than ever, regardless of which platform players decide to join the battle from.
Many users can now pre-order their favorite editions and prepare to team up this August 26th, crossing platforms and sharing the same fight across the galaxy for Super-Earth.
