Helldivers 2, the highly anticipated action-packed title from Arrowhead Game Studios, has received a new update aimed at resolving some of the most frustrating bugs and issues players have encountered. The latest patch, version 1.002.202, continues the developer’s commitment to improving the game’s performance and overall stability. This update specifically targets crashes, soft-locks, weapon glitches, and multiplayer issues, ensuring a smoother gameplay experience for all players.
Key Fixes in Update 1.002.202
The most notable changes in this patch are the improvements to the game’s stability. Here’s a breakdown of the most important fixes:
Crash Fixes
Crash on Legacy Hardware: One of the more significant fixes addresses a crash that occurred when players dropped into a mission on older or legacy hardware. This had been a major source of frustration for players on less powerful systems.
Armoury Crash: A bug causing the game to crash after exiting the armoury while switching between certain weapons has also been resolved.
Out-of-Memory Crash: Players were experiencing crashes due to out-of-memory issues when a large number of particles appeared on-screen during intense gameplay. This issue has now been addressed to prevent disruptions during combat.
Weapons and Stratagems
Laser Weapon Bugs: Another key issue was the malfunction of laser weapons, specifically regarding shooting and reloading. This patch has fixed these issues, ensuring that players can now enjoy laser weaponry without interruption.
Social & Multiplayer Fixes
Version Mismatch Issue: A troublesome bug where players with mismatching versions of the game could still connect to each other has been addressed, improving multiplayer stability and reducing the chances of matchmaking errors.
Missions
Illuminate Defend Evacuation Site Bug: There are certain missions, particularly the ones on the Illuminate Defend Evacuation Site where players encountered a problem where the enemy dropships would stop coming if too many were destroyed before they could drop off enemies. This bug has now been fixed, allowing missions to proceed smoothly.
Miscellaneous Fixes
Super Store Visual Bug: Players noticed white boxes appearing in rare instances in the Super Store has been resolved, ensuring the store interface is displayed correctly.
A Step Towards Improvement
This update comes on the heels of the game’s initial struggles, including a significant backlash from players following the now-defunct requirement for having and linking a PSN account to play the game on PC. Arrowhead Game Studios’ CEO recently addressed these challenges but expressed optimism about the future of the game. With the new fixes in place, the team hopes to alleviate many of the issues that have been troubling players since launch.
What’s Next for Helldivers 2?
While this patch has done a great job of improving the overall gameplay experience, Arrowhead Game Studios remains committed to fixing any remaining bugs and improving the overall performance of Helldivers 2. Players can expect more updates in the future as the developers continue to address player feedback and further refine the game.
Helldivers 2still remains an action-packed, cooperative experience that’s best enjoyed with friends and family. For those who have been struggling with technical issues, this update should make a significant difference, enhancing both solo and multiplayer missions.
For a more detailed look at the full patch notes, be sure to check the official update log from Arrowhead Game Studios.
Source: Helldivers 2 Patch Note
