Is Helldivers 2 co-op? Multiplayer & crossplay support explained
If you're thinking of playing Helldivers 2 with friends but you're not sure what the multiplayer or co-op functionality is like, take a look at our explainer.
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There's nothing better than playing a great co-op game with your friends, so you might be wondering if Helldivers 2 is co-op, and what multiplayer support the game has.
Does Helldivers 2 feature multiplayer co-op?
Yes, Helldivers 2 is a co-op game through and through, as it was built with co-op in mind.
You can play online with up to four players, but there's no local co-op available. That means you won't be able to take part in couch co-op, split screen play.
The lack of a local co-op might be a disappointment to some, but it's still great news that it features a fully functional co-op online mode.
Does Helldivers 2 have crossplay & cross-progression?
Helldivers 2 features crossplay between PC and PS5. You'll be able to play with friends on both systems regardless of which platform you're using.
When it comes to cross-progression across platforms, things are a little less concrete. The game doesn't have this option right now, but it has been teased that it could be added soon.
After being asked about cross-progression in the game, Johan Pilestedt, the Creative Director for Helldivers 2, tweeted: "There will probably be cross-progression sometime in the future.
"We didn't think enough people would be interested so we decided to cut it - but now it seems there's a significant part of the audience that is playing on both platforms."
In case you're unaware, cross-progression is the ability to save progress on one platform and pick it back up on another. Quite a few fans have been asking for this, especially as some like to play the game on the go.
As and when more details arise about this feature, we'll be sure to update you accordingly.
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Dani Cross
Dani is a Guides Writer for GGRecon. She graduated from university with a degree in Broadcast Journalism, then worked as a freelance writer before joining the GGRecon team as a full-time writer in 2023. In her opinion, the best game of all time is Elden Ring – but her favourite is Halo: Reach, a game that created lifelong friendships and somehow started her down the path to a career in media. She’s also way too invested in Pokemon cards, and a big fan of guinea pigs, cats and other cute creatures.
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