"Unacceptable issue marring Helldivers 2's substantial 'Into the Unjust' update, undermining enjoyment and jeopardizing Xbox debut's positive impressions"
The much-anticipated "Into the Unjust" update for Helldivers 2 has been released, bringing a host of changes to the popular game. This update includes underground subterranean missions with limited air support and resupply options, as well as terrifying new boss units like Dragonroaches and Hive Lords.
However, the update has also exacerbated a major issue with Helldivers 2 - poor performance and optimization. Many players on all platforms are complaining about extreme framerate drops, frequent crashing, invincible enemies, and the loss of in-game audio. Shams Jorjani, the studio's CEO, has acknowledged these issues and apologised for the current state of the game.
Jorjani confirmed that a fix for some immediate performance issues is being prepared. The developers, Arrowhead Game Studios, are hard at work putting together fixes and improvements for these problems. Arrowhead Studio vowed to focus on optimization and bug fixes for Helldivers 2, a month after the release of the "Into the Unjust" update.
The game's file size on PC has grown to over 140GB after the latest patch, almost double the original storage requirement. This may cause concerns for players with limited storage.
Despite these issues, the update also offers some exciting new content. The Halo ODST crossover unlocks are available in Helldivers 2, allowing players to unlock iconic characters and weapons from the Halo series. The Dust Devils Warbond is coming out on Thursday, offering players a new challenge and rewards.
In addition, Helldivers 2 is currently available on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PS5. For those looking to save some money, the Xbox preorder price remains $39.99, but the game is currently discounted on Loaded.com, offering it for $35.09. The game's Super Citizen Edition is also discounted on Loaded.com, offering exclusive extras for those looking for a more premium gaming experience.
The developers are committed to addressing the performance issues and improving the game. They encourage players to report any bugs or glitches they encounter to help in the development of solutions. As always, Helldivers 2 continues to provide a unique and exciting gaming experience for its players.
