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Helldivers 2 vs Watch Dogs: Legion
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Release Date | |
Feb 8, 2024 | Oct 29, 2020 |
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Arrowhead Game Studios | Ubisoft Toronto, Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Paris, Ubisoft Bucharest, Ubisoft Kyiv, Ubisoft Reflections |
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Sony Interactive Entertainment | Ubisoft |
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Third-Person Shooter, Co-operative, Action | Action-Adventure, Open World, Third-Person Shooter, Stealth, Hacking |
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Autodesk Stingray | Disrupt Engine (Modified AnvilNext) |
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ESRB: M (Mature 17+ - Blood and Gore, Intense Viol | Mature 17+ |
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4.1 / 5.0 | 3.5 / 5.0 |
Current Price (USD) | |
$39.99 | $59.99 |
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World & Level Design | |
N/A | Features a detailed and faithful recreation of central London, divided into several iconic boroughs like City of Westminster, Camden, Islington & Hackney, Lambeth, Southwark, Tower Hamlets, and City of London. Each borough has its distinct architecture, landmarks (e.g., Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, Piccadilly Circus), and atmosphere. The map is dense with activities, collectibles, and opportunities for emergent gameplay. |
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Multiplayer Details | |
The core experience is 4-player online co-operative PvE. Players select missions from the Galactic War map, customize loadouts, and deploy to planets. Friendly fire is always enabled, emphasizing teamwork and careful engagement. There are no PvP modes. |
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Available Editions | |
Standard Edition (base game). Super Citizen Edition (base game, 'DP-53 Savior of the Free' Armor Set, 'Will of the People' Cape, 'MP-98 Knight' SMG, Super Citizen Status, Stratagem Hero Ship Game, and 'Steeled Veterans' Premium Warbond). |
Available in Standard, Gold, Ultimate, and Collector's Editions. Gold Edition included the Season Pass (Bloodline story expansion, 4 unique heroes including Aiden Pearce and Wrench, extra DedSec missions, car skin). Ultimate Edition included Gold content plus the Ultimate Pack (3 additional characters, masks, and 4 weeks VIP status for in-game currency boost). Collector's Edition included physical items like a DedSec Coronet Mask replica, SteelBook, posters, and all Ultimate Edition digital content. |
Post-Launch Content / DLC | |
Arrowhead Game Studios provides ongoing free and paid content updates, including: New Warbonds (premium battle passes with weapons/armor), Major Orders (community-wide narrative events), new Stratagems (e.g., Exosuits), new enemy types and variants (e.g., Shriekers, Factory Striders), and potential new biomes. The game receives regular patches for balance and bug fixes. |
Major post-launch content included the 'Bloodline' story expansion (starring Aiden Pearce from Watch Dogs 1 and Wrench from Watch Dogs 2), new playable hero characters (Mina Sidhu with mind control, Darcy Clarkson from Assassin's Creed), new online modes (Tactical Ops, Spiderbot Arena, Invasion PvP), free roam activities for online, and various cosmetic packs and operative unlocks. Ongoing support with seasonal events and smaller updates. |
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Graphics & Visual Fidelity | |
Utilizes the Autodesk Stingray engine, delivering detailed character models, varied alien biomes, and impressive environmental effects like explosions, weather, and lighting. Enemy designs are distinct and contribute to the game's intense atmosphere. |
Powered by an updated version of the Disrupt engine, the game offers a detailed and vibrant recreation of London. It features impressive reflections (especially with ray tracing), realistic weather effects, dense crowds and traffic, and detailed character models. Ray-traced reflections are a key visual feature on supported hardware, significantly enhancing the look of London's glass and rain-slicked streets. |
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Composed by Wilbert Roget, II. The soundtrack is an epic orchestral score inspired by satirical sci-fi action films, enhancing the game's patriotic fervor. Weapon sound design is impactful, and environmental audio contributes to immersion. |
Original score composed by Stephen Barton and additional music by various artists, blending electronic, grime, and orchestral elements to reflect near-future London's atmosphere. Features in-game radio stations with a diverse selection of licensed tracks across multiple genres. Sound design emphasizes a technologically advanced city with drone hums, AR sounds, and distinct weapon/hacking effects. |
User Interface (UI/UX) | |
Features a clean, often diegetic UI. Key elements include the Galactic War map for mission selection, a unique Stratagem call-in system (directional inputs), compass, minimap, and clear indicators for health, stamina, ammo, and team status. |
Features a futuristic, AR-overlay style HUD displaying a mini-map, objective markers, hackable objects, and operative-specific abilities. The phone interface is used for mission selection, team management, map, and accessing DedSec tech. The 'Deep Profiler' allows players to scan any NPC to learn their schedule, connections, and potential recruitment viability. |
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Includes customizable subtitles (size, background), aim assist options, full control remapping for KBM and controller, aim/sprint mode toggles, separate sensitivity sliders, reticle customization, and text chat with Text-to-Speech and Speech-to-Text options. |
Offers a comprehensive suite of accessibility options, including extensive control remapping, aim assist customization, subtitle options (size, background, speaker names, captions for important sounds), colorblind modes, options to change hold QTEs to toggles, adjustable text size, HUD scaling, and audio/visual cues for various gameplay elements. |
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1080p (Full HD) - Ray Tracing Recommended (1080p ~60 FPS, Very High Preset, Ray Tracing High, DX12) (Very High Preset, Ray Tracing High, DirectX 12 (DLSS Quality/Performance recommended)) CPU: CPU for 1080p/60FPS with High RT. CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPUs. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/60FPS with High RT. DLSS recommended. GPU (Laptop): High-end RT capable laptop GPUs. 8GB VRAM crucial, DLSS vital. RAM: 16GB RAM required. Storage: NVMe SSD strongly recommended, includes HD Texture Pack. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10875H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4060 Mobile (8GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 3070 Ti Mobile or RTX 4070 Mobile would provide a more stable high RT experience.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 65 GB NVMe SSD (45GB base + 20GB HD Textures) |
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Targets 1080p, Medium settings, ~60 FPS) (Medium Preset, 1080p resolution, aiming for 60 FPS.) CPU: Official recommended desktop CPU for a good 1080p/60FPS experience. CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range laptop CPUs for solid 1080p/60FPS performance. GPU: Official recommended desktop GPU for 1080p Medium/High settings, targeting 60 FPS. Requires 6-8GB VRAM. GPU (Laptop): Good laptop GPUs for 1080p Medium/High at 60 FPS. Ensure adequate TGP. RAM: 16GB RAM is officially recommended. Dual-channel configuration improves performance. Storage: SSD is strongly recommended for this tier. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 or AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H equivalent or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB), RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU (4GB, High TGP), RTX 3060 Laptop GPU (6GB, Med-High TGP), RTX 4050 Laptop GPU (6GB). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 100 GB SSD | — |
1080p (Full HD) - Ray Tracing Minimum (1080p ~30 FPS, High Preset, Ray Tracing Medium, DX12) (High Preset, Ray Tracing Medium, DirectX 12 (DLSS Quality/Balanced recommended)) CPU: CPU for 1080p/30FPS with Medium RT. CPU (Laptop): Mid-to-high range laptop CPU. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for 1080p/30FPS with Medium RT. DLSS highly recommended. GPU (Laptop): Entry-level RT capable laptop GPUs. Upscaling (DLSS) essential. 6GB VRAM minimum. RAM: 16GB RAM required. Storage: SSD required. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-9750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP) / RTX 3050 Ti Mobile (4GB, will struggle, DLSS Perf. needed) / RTX 3060 Mobile (6GB, lower TGP). **An RTX 3060 Mobile (High TGP) or RTX 4050 Mobile (6GB, High TGP) is a better entry for RT.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 45 GB SSD |
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (1080p ~60 FPS, High Preset, DX11, No Ray Tracing) (High Preset, Ray Tracing OFF, DirectX 11) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p/60FPS High without RT. CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range laptop CPUs. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/60FPS High without RT. 6GB+ VRAM recommended. GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs. 6GB VRAM crucial for High settings. RAM: Ubisoft lists 8GB, but 16GB RAM strongly recommended for smoother 60 FPS High experience. Storage: SSD strongly recommended. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-4790 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX 480 (8GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-8750H / AMD Ryzen 7 3750H equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile (6GB) / RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP) / RTX 3050 Ti Mobile (4GB, may struggle on High) or AMD Radeon RX 5600M (6GB). **An RTX 3060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP) or RX 6600M is a good target.** layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 45 GB SSD |
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (1080p ~30 FPS, Low Preset, DX11, No Ray Tracing) (Low Preset, Ray Tracing OFF, DirectX 11) CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for 1080p at lower settings without RT. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent. Newer i3/Ryzen 3 H-series might struggle. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for 1080p at lower settings without RT. 4GB VRAM is essential. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs. 4GB VRAM is absolute minimum. RAM: Minimum RAM requirement, dual-channel strongly advised. Storage: HDD is absolute minimum, expect long load times. SSD highly recommended. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-4460 or AMD Ryzen 5 1400 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4GB) / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (4GB) or AMD Radeon R9 290X (4GB) / AMD Radeon RX 470 (4GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-8300H / AMD Ryzen 5 3550H equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5500M (4GB). layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 45 GB HDD |
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Targets 1080p, Low settings, ~30 FPS) (Low Preset, 1080p resolution.) CPU: Official minimum desktop CPU for Helldivers 2. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU for minimum playability. GPU: Official minimum desktop GPU. Requires at least 4GB VRAM. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs for minimum settings. Performance varies with TGP. RAM: 8GB RAM is the official minimum requirement. Storage: SSD highly recommended for better loading. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-4790K or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 470 (4GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-7700HQ / AMD Ryzen 5 3550H equivalent or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Mobile (4GB), GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB), AMD Radeon RX 560X Mobile (4GB). layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 100 GB HDD (SSD Recommended) | — |
1440p (QHD/2K) - Ray Tracing Recommended (1440p ~60 FPS, Very High Preset, Ray Tracing High, DX12) (Very High Preset, Ray Tracing High, DirectX 12, DLSS Performance) CPU: Desktop CPU for 1440p/60FPS with High RT. CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPUs. GPU: Desktop GPU for 1440p/60FPS with High RT. DLSS essential. GPU (Laptop): Flagship tier laptop GPUs needed. 8GB+ VRAM essential (10GB+ ideal), DLSS Performance likely required. RAM: 16GB RAM essential. Storage: NVMe SSD required, includes HD Texture Pack. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-9600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (10GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (8GB/16GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4070 Mobile (8GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP) is highly recommended for a smoother experience.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 65 GB NVMe SSD (45GB base + 20GB HD Textures) |
1440p (QHD/2K) - Performance (Targets 1440p, High settings, ~60 FPS) (High Preset, 1440p resolution, aiming for 60 FPS.) CPU: Strong desktop CPU for achieving smooth 60 FPS at 1440p. CPU (Laptop): High-performance laptop CPUs beneficial for consistent 1440p gameplay. GPU: Desktop GPU capable of delivering a solid 1440p/60FPS experience at high settings. 8GB+ VRAM essential. GPU (Laptop): Strong laptop GPUs for 1440p/60 FPS. Max TGP versions are important. RAM: 16GB RAM is recommended for smooth 1440p gaming. Storage: NVMe SSD recommended for the best loading times at 1440p. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-12600K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X / 5700X3D developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 or AMD Radeon RX 6800 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-12700H / AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX or newer high-performance CPUs. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU (8GB, High TGP), RTX 4060 Laptop GPU (8GB, High TGP), RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU (8GB). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 100 GB NVMe SSD | — |
1440p (QHD/2K) - Recommended (1440p ~60 FPS, High Preset, DX11, No Ray Tracing) (High Preset, Ray Tracing OFF, DirectX 11) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1440p/60FPS High without RT. CPU (Laptop): Estimated high-end laptop CPUs. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1440p/60FPS High without RT. 8GB+ VRAM ideal. GPU (Laptop): Upper mid-range to high-end laptop GPUs. 8GB+ VRAM strongly recommended. RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended. Storage: SSD strongly recommended. Consider space for HD Textures. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-7700K or AMD Ryzen 5 2600X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Super (8GB) / NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700XT (8GB) / AMD Radeon RX 6700 (10GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP) / RTX 3060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP, may need medium settings) / RTX 4060 Mobile (8GB, High TGP) or AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB). **An RTX 3070 Mobile or RX 6800M is a good target.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 45 GB SSD (65GB SSD if using HD Textures) |
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultra (Targets 2160p/4K, High/Very High settings, ~60 FPS) (High/Very High Preset, 2160p (4K) resolution, aiming for 60 FPS.) CPU: Capable desktop CPU to support 4K gaming in Helldivers 2 without significant bottlenecks. CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPUs to pair with capable GPUs for 4K. GPU: Desktop GPUs capable of running Helldivers 2 at 4K High/Very High settings aiming for 60 FPS. 12GB+ VRAM essential. GPU (Laptop): Top-tier laptop GPUs from RTX 40 series can achieve 4K in this title, potentially with some settings adjustments or internal upscaling. RAM: 16GB RAM is generally sufficient, but 32GB offers more headroom for 4K and future-proofing. Storage: A fast NVMe SSD is recommended for the best 4K gaming experience. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-13600K or AMD Ryzen 7 7700X / 7800X3D developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT / 7900 GRE laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-12900H / AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX or newer high-end CPUs. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU (12GB), RTX 4090 Laptop GPU (16GB). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 100 GB NVMe SSD | — |
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ray Tracing Ultra (2160p/4K ~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, Ray Tracing Ultra, DX12) (Ultra Preset, Ray Tracing Ultra, DirectX 12, DLSS Performance/Ultra Performance) CPU: Desktop CPU for 4K/60FPS with Ultra RT. (Modern equivalents like i7-12700K/Ryzen 7 5800X3D or newer would be better). CPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop CPUs absolute necessity. GPU: Top-tier desktop GPU required for attempting 4K/60FPS with Ultra RT, heavily reliant on DLSS. GPU (Laptop): The absolute best laptop GPUs available, will heavily rely on aggressive DLSS (Performance/Ultra Performance) and potentially some settings compromises for stable 4K/60FPS with Ultra RT. RAM: 16GB RAM is Ubisoft's spec, but 32GB is strongly recommended for 4K Ultra RT. Storage: NVMe SSD required, includes HD Texture Pack. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i9-9900K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (10GB). (Ubisoft lists RTX 3080 for 4K Ultra RT. An RTX 3090 / RTX 4080 / RTX 4090 would be far more suitable for a consistent 60 FPS). laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-12900HX / AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX or better (e.g. i9-13900HX / Ryzen 9 7945HX) laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 65 GB NVMe SSD (45GB base + 20GB HD Textures) |
2160p (UHD/4K) - Recommended (2160p/4K ~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, DX11, No Ray Tracing) (Ultra Preset, Ray Tracing OFF, DirectX 11) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 4K/60FPS Ultra without RT. CPU (Laptop): High-end to flagship laptop CPUs required. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 4K/60FPS Ultra without RT. 8GB+ VRAM essential, 10GB+ ideal. GPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop GPUs needed. Significant VRAM is key for 4K Ultra. RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended, 32GB could offer more stability at 4K. Storage: NVMe SSD strongly recommended, assumes HD Texture Pack for Ultra. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti (11GB) / NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-11980HK / AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX or better (e.g., i7-12700H / Ryzen 7 6800H) laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (8GB/16GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4070 Mobile (8GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB) or RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB) is highly recommended for stable 4K Ultra.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 65 GB NVMe SSD (45GB base + 20GB HD Textures) |
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Spec: 100 GB available space (SSD Recommended) Note: An SSD is strongly recommended for faster loading times and asset streaming. Ensure at least 100 GB of free disk space. Type: SSD | Spec: 45 GB available space (SSD Recommended). An additional 20 GB is required for the optional HD Texture Pack. Note: An NVMe SSD is recommended for the best experience due to asset streaming and fast loading, especially with the HD Texture Pack which is often targeted by higher presets. Type: SSD |
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Spec: Windows 10 (64-bit) Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows 10 is required. Windows 11 (64-bit) is also fully supported and recommended for newer hardware. | Spec: Windows 10 (20H1 version or newer, 64-bit versions only) or Windows 11 (64-bit) Explanation: 64-bit Windows 10 (latest updates) or Windows 11 is required for ongoing support and best performance. |
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Spec: DirectX 12 Explanation: DirectX 12 is required as per official specifications. The game does not feature ray tracing. | Spec: DirectX 11 (DirectX 12 required for Ray Tracing and potentially better performance on compatible hardware) Explanation: DX11 is minimum. DX12 is required for ray tracing features and offers potential performance benefits. |
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