Helldivers II invites you to an explosive adventure with friends, where humor and action intertwine for a fun, uninhibited experience. Through adrenaline-filled missions, this game offers cooperative entertainment that risks becoming a very fun addiction day by day.
Helldivers II’s Scenario As Empty as the Game Is Fun
Helldivers II is set in a satirical science fiction universe, not unlike Starship Troopers. Players are at the heart of an intense struggle for democracy and freedom on planets infested with hostile aliens. You play as Helldivers, elite soldiers of the Super Earth Federation, amid an intergalactic war against three distinct enemy factions: the Cyborgs, the Bugs, and the Illuminate. Each of these factions of course offers very different styles of combat and strategy.
Let’s be clear, the scenario is a simple pretext, with few cutscenes and zero interaction with the NPCs. Which does not prevent the action phases from bathing in a universe sprinkled with black humor and references to pop culture. This creates an almost euphoric atmosphere and which gives as much energy to massacre the enemies of the federation as a slightly stupid smile on the corner of the lips.
What sets Helldivers II apart is its call for teamwork and collaboration. Each player plays a crucial role in the success of missions, whether by providing fire support, deploying tactical stratagems, or executing specific objectives. This interdependence is fun, even if it will surely generate a lot of online annoyance.
Helldivers II Gameplay Fun, Fun, Fun
This title offers an intuitive control system, for an immediate dive into the action. You look, you shoot, you clear or jump, simple and effective. With a main weapon in hand and a secondary in your pocket, you will face many enemies. Expect to smile, and dive a lot. This title offers a real war atmosphere and to survive playing the hero will be the best method to fail.
It’s nervous, we almost never have time to breathe on the field, and that’s what’s good! Especially since the controls on the controller are ultra intuitive and respond perfectly. We have fun chaining gestures and shots, diving to the ground with formidable precision. Note that the magazines are a rare commodity, if your technique is to water randomly…
The planets accessible are based on the evolution of the conflict. Indeed, if you liberate a planet, it will no longer be accessible to other players. Unless you fall back into the clutches of the enemy. A dynamic and lively concept that makes this game even more immersive. However, despite the variety of planets, the missions are ultimately quite redundant and lack variety.
The stratagem system gives the possibility to call for reinforcements or special equipment. Which can radically change the course of the battle if they are judiciously chosen. Bomb drops, orbital cannons, sentry turrets, mortars, shields, you will be able to have fun.
With nine different difficulty levels, you should have enough to find the right balance. The change in difficulty is generally reflected in an increase in the number of enemies and especially the appearance of new opponents.
The technique is too bad
Helldivers II demonstrates a technical achievement that oscillates between excellence and imperfections. The artistic direction manages to create a graphically coherent and original universe at the same time. The game environments benefit from a beautiful variety and are visually attractive, offering a dynamic backdrop to the clashes.
Often, you will be treated to fog or rain that seems to serve as a cover-up. We can feel the lack of budget or time here. Add to that minor bugs and clipping issues that can occasionally hamper the fun.
The epic musical compositions and the punchy sound effects that accompany us on the battlefields are catchy and only amplify the immersion. Be careful, some pieces are treacherous and quickly become heady. The quality of the animation is there. Without being impressive, the job is done.