Arrowhead Game Studios, the developer of Helldivers 2, has made the decision to temporarily limit the number of concurrent players to 450,000 in order to address server stability issues. The studio has acknowledged the problems that players have been experiencing and has assured the community that it is working diligently to resolve them.
In a message shared on the Helldivers 2 Discord, Arrowhead Game Studios stated, “Hello divers! Earlier tonight we had server related issues with a concurrent player spike. This lead to some mission payouts failing, some players being kicked to their ships, or being logged out. Our team is working around the clock to solve these issues. While we’ve been able to mitigate some of the causes, we are still struggling to keep up with the scaling that is needed to accommodate all our Helldivers.”
The studio has emphasized that it is committed to addressing the server stability issues and is collaborating with its partners to increase the player cap beyond 450,000. In the meantime, Arrowhead Game Studios has advised players who are experiencing progression-related issues to restart the game in order to synchronize their progress.
As previously reported, Helldivers 2 has experienced a surge in popularity, surpassing the concurrent player records of several other prominent games. The game’s success on Steam has propelled it to the top of the charts, surpassing titles such as Starfield, PUBG: Test Server, Counter-Strike, and Destiny. Furthermore, Helldivers 2 has achieved significant success on the PlayStation 5 platform, emerging as the top game in the U.S. ahead of popular titles like Fortnite and Call of Duty.
Despite the server stability issues, Helldivers 2 continues to receive praise for its engaging combat, diverse missions, and fair progression system. Players eagerly anticipating the resolution of the server issues are encouraged to explore the extensive Helldivers 2 wiki and learn about the developers’ plans to address rewards issues with weekend bonuses.
In the meantime, Arrowhead Game Studios has invited the community to share any tips or potential stories by reaching out via email. The studio remains committed to providing a positive experience for all Helldivers 2 players and appreciates the continued support from the community.
