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Helldivers 2’s Xbox Launch Drives Record 500,000 Players as Servers Strain

Cross-play arrives without cross-progression, with early reports pointing to solid Series X|S performance.

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Overview

  • Released on August 26, the Xbox Series X|S port is published by Sony and enables full cross-play with PS5 and PC.
  • Arrowhead’s CEO reported a peak of roughly 500,490 concurrent players, a surge that briefly triggered server instability and at least one major crash.
  • The Halo: ODST Legendary Warbond launched alongside the port, adding themed armor and classic-style weapons that helped fuel renewed interest.
  • Cross-progression is not supported, so unlocks and purchases remain tied to each platform despite cross-play.
  • Hands-on reports indicate strong console performance (Series X up to 60 fps in Performance Mode; Series S near 60), with the Into the Unjust update slated for September 2 and a Dust Devils Warbond on September 4.