Helldivers 2 is easily one of the most anticipated games of 2024, especially among fans of co-op and looter-shooter games. While the game is advertised as a PlayStation title, it's also coming to Windows PC via Steam. And as with most modern PC releases, many fans might be wondering whether the upcoming Helldivers sequel will be coming to Xbox Game Pass.
Xbox's subscription service has slowly become a mainstay not only for the Xbox family of consoles but also for Windows PCs. Unfortunately, in the case of the new title from Arrowhead Game Studios, Helldivers 2, fans will have to make do with the Steam version since the game won't be coming to Xbox Game Pass.
This isn't surprising, considering Helldivers 2 is a PlayStation console exclusive, with Windows PC being the only other platform where the game will be accessible.
Note: Aspects of this article are subjective and reflect the author's opinions.
Developed by Arrowhead Game Studios and published by PlayStation, Helldivers 2 is the first PS5 console exclusive that will also get a simultaneous PC release. However, given it's a PlayStation exclusive title, the game won't be coming to Xbox systems or Game Pass. The only other platform where the game will be available, apart from PlayStation Store, is Steam.
While Xbox Game Pass has slowly become a necessity for PC players, akin to something like Steam, it's still relegated to only include Xbox first-party games and third-party multi-platform titles. Subjectively speaking, the game could've benefitted a ton from its presence on Xbox Game Pass, especially with its focus on cooperative gameplay and modes.
However, given that it's a PlayStation Studios title, it's understandable why it might never see a potential Xbox Game Pass
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