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Arrowhead fixes Helldivers 2 cosmetics after Steam backlash
Arrowhead releases Helldivers 2 hotfix to restore cosmetic mods after Steam review backlash.
In brief
Arrowhead releases Helldivers 2 hotfix to restore cosmetic mods after Steam review backlash. Arrowhead plans hotfix for Helldivers 2 to allow harmless cosmetic mods after Steam review backlash. Originally reported by PC Gamer.
Helldivers 2 review backlash
Helldivers 2 received over 10,000 negative Steam reviews after Arrowhead switched anti-cheat services.
“mostly negative recent rating”
Anti-cheat service change
Arrowhead switched from GameGuard to Easy Anti-Cheat to combat unfair mods but affected cosmetic add-ons.
“create unfair advantages or negatively impact others”
Modding backlash
Players complained about broken mods, new bugs, and perception that Arrowhead was targeting modders instead of fixing bugs.
“no reality where a community notorious for intensely boycotting everything it finds annoying”
Developer response
Arrowhead acknowledged mod issues and promised adjustments for cosmetic non-gameplay mods in next hotfix.
“we have been reviewing how the code changes disabled cosmetic non-gameplay mods”
Cheating concerns
Common cheating methods include farming premium Super Credits and altering weapon behavior unfairly.
“farm or straight up spawn premium super credits”
Roadmap delays
Arrowhead admitted promised improvements to hellpod steering and stratagem bouncing took longer than planned.
“require substantial adjustments to both mechanics while taking into account all edge cases”
December updates
Early December updates include jump hover warp packs, hellbomb backpack functionality, and gas cloud fixes.
“jump hover and warp packs will now be usable while carrying two-handed items”
New utility belt
Helldivers will get a new utility belt to carry small handheld items without occupying hands or backpack.
“this smart accessory lets you carry small handheld items like remotes and detonators”
Future improvements
New terminal puzzles and bunker opening capabilities will be added to Helldivers 2.
“super earths foes were starting to learn by watching helldivers solve them”
The short version
Arrowhead plans hotfix for Helldivers 2 to allow harmless cosmetic mods after Steam review backlash.
