Helldivers 2 Surpasses 8 Million Copies Sold, Exceeding Expectations
In a surprising turn of events, Helldivers 2 has skyrocketed in sales, surpassing the 8 million copies mark and performing well above Sony and Arrowhead’s initial expectations. While Sony has yet to officially confirm the sales numbers, analyst Doug Creutz believes that the game has likely exceeded this milestone.
Sales for Helldivers 2 continue to grow every week, making it a monumental success for both Arrowhead and PlayStation. In fact, it has become PlayStation’s biggest Steam launch to date. The game currently boasts an all-time concurrent peak of over 458,000 players, solidifying its popularity among gamers.
Eurogamer’s review of Helldivers 2 awarded it four stars, highlighting its high-chaos, high-comedy firefights that make it an absolute blast to play with friends. Fans have been raving about the intense gameplay and thrilling cooperative action.
Johan Pilestedt, CEO of Arrowhead Game Studios and creative director of Helldivers 2, has also weighed in on the success of the game. He has encouraged fans to focus on unity and compassion in the gaming community, rather than engage in unnecessary rivalries between franchises like Helldivers 2 and Halo.
Overall, Helldivers 2 has proven to be a breakout hit, exceeding all expectations and winning over gamers worldwide with its action-packed gameplay and cooperative multiplayer experience. With sales numbers continuing to climb, it’s clear that Helldivers 2 has firmly secured its place as a beloved title in the gaming world.
