News: Helldivers 2 is coming to Xbox Series X|S on August 26th
✪ A Historic Shift in Gaming
In a groundbreaking move for the gaming industry, Sony’s critically acclaimed co-op shooter
Helldivers 2
is set to launch on Xbox Series X|S on August 26, 2025, marking the first time a PlayStation-published
title will appear on Microsoft’s platform.
This announcement, made during a developer livestream on July 3, 2025, has sent shockwaves through
the gaming community, signaling a potential end to the era of strict console exclusivity. With
crossplay support, new editions, and a vibrant player base, Helldivers 2 on Xbox promises to expand
its galactic war to new frontiers.
Developed by Arrowhead Game Studios, Helldivers 2 first launched in February 2024 on PlayStation
5 and PC, quickly becoming Sony’s fastest-selling title, with over 12 million copies sold in just
12 weeks.
The third-person co-op shooter immerses players as elite soldiers fighting for "Super Earth"
against hordes of alien enemies, including Terminids, Automatons, and the Illuminate. Its chaotic,
action-packed gameplay, combined with a humorous take on dystopian "managed democracy," has earned
it widespread praise and a dedicated community.
The Xbox release is a historic milestone, as PlayStation Publishing will directly handle the
game’s launch on a rival console, a first outside the MLB The Show series (published by Major
League Baseball on Xbox).
This move reflects a broader industry trend toward cross-platform collaboration, with Microsoft
simultaneously releasing Gears of War: Reloaded on PS5 on the same day, August 26, 2025. The timing
underscores a growing synergy between the gaming giants, prioritizing player access over traditional
rivalries.
Helldivers 2 on Xbox will feature full crossplay support, allowing Xbox, PS5, and PC players
to team up seamlessly, fostering a unified community to tackle the game’s relentless enemies.
However, cross-progression will not be available at launch, meaning players cannot transfer
their progress from other platforms.
The game will include all previously released content and updates, ensuring Xbox players dive
into the same evolving universe, complete with live events and new story developments. Pre-orders
are now live, with the Standard Edition priced at $39.99 and the Super Citizen Edition at $59.99,
the latter offering exclusive in-game perks like skins and a premium warbond token.
Game Director Mikael Eriksson expressed excitement about the Xbox launch, stating, “We know gamers
have been asking for this for some time, and we are so excited to bring more Helldivers into our
game.
The more players we have, the more stories we can tell!” This sentiment reflects the game’s design as
a live-service title, thriving on a large, engaged player base to drive its dynamic galactic war. The
absence of a PSN login requirement, a controversial issue at the game’s initial launch, is also a relief
for Xbox players.
The decision to bring Helldivers 2 to Xbox comes amid challenges for both Sony and Microsoft. Sony’s
live-service push has seen mixed results, while Microsoft faces scrutiny over recent layoffs and game
cancellations.
This cross-platform release is a pragmatic move to maximize Helldivers 2’s reach and revenue, potentially
paving the way for more PlayStation titles on Xbox. For gamers, it’s a win, breaking down barriers and
uniting players in the fight for Super Earth.
As the August 26 release approaches, Xbox players can prepare to enlist, joining a vibrant community in a chaotic, cooperative battle for democracy. Helldivers 2 is poised to make a significant impact, proving that great games can transcend platform boundaries.