Helldivers 2: An Update on Player Count and Future Prospects
Steady Growth and Recent Decline
Helldivers 2, the sequel to Arrowhead Game Studios' popular co-op shooter, has seen a steady climb in player count since its launch in April 2023. The game recorded an impressive peak count of 38,663 players on August 4th at 2000 UTC, with the lowest count of 18,450 players.
However, in recent weeks, the game has experienced a slight decline in player count. As of today, the Steam player count for Helldivers 2 is 25,716 players, with an all-time peak of 458,709 concurrent players.
Reasons for the Decline
The reasons for the decline in player count are likely multi-faceted. One factor could be the release of other highly anticipated games in the same genre, such as Deep Rock Galactic and Back 4 Blood. Additionally, some players may have lost interest due to perceived issues with the game's difficulty and progression system.
Upcoming Updates and Future Prospects
Arrowhead Game Studios has acknowledged the concerns of players and has announced an upcoming update that will address many of the issues raised. The update will increase the maximum player count to 700,000, which should help improve wait times on login. Additionally, the update will include changes to the game's progression system and bug fixes.
The future prospects for Helldivers 2 remain uncertain. However, if Arrowhead Game Studios can successfully address the concerns of players, the game has the potential to regain its former momentum and become a popular choice for co-op shooters.
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