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Sony in Talks to Port Helldivers 2 to Xbox Series X

Apr 21, 2024 1 min read

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Rumors have emerged indicating that Sony Interactive Entertainment is in the preliminary stages of discussions about porting Helldivers 2, a third-person multiplayer shooter, to the Xbox Series X|S. These talks, as suggested by insiders and discussed in the Xbox Era podcast, could mark a shift in Sony's traditionally exclusive approach to its gaming titles, possibly influenced by the company's new CEO, Hiroki Totoki. Totoki is reportedly more open to the idea of multiplatform releases, following the successful launch of Helldivers 2 on PC and PS5.

The speculation has been fueled by the game's strong performance and popularity on existing platforms, with fans rallying through a petition that has amassed nearly 100,000 sign-ups. This suggests a substantial interest in expanding the game's reach to the Xbox audience. Nick Baker, co-host of the Xbox Era podcast, has cautioned that these are still early talks and the outcome remains uncertain, as discussions could potentially fall apart.

Furthermore, the developers at Arrowhead Game Studios have expressed a commitment to maintaining the quality of Helldivers 2 as a live service game, irrespective of platform. They have confirmed that Sony does not interfere with their development process, aiming to deliver a superior gaming experience. As of now, neither Sony nor Microsoft has officially confirmed the rumors regarding Helldivers 2's potential arrival on the Xbox platform.

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