Helldivers 2 on Xbox was PlayStation's Decision

Helldivers 2 Heads to Xbox Series Consoles, Credit Given to PlayStation for Decision

Helldivers 2 will launch on Xbox Series consoles on August 28, a decision made by its publisher, PlayStation, rather than developer Arrowhead Game Studios. Shams Jorjani, CEO of Arrowhead, commented on the game's official Discord about the upcoming release. He explicitly attributed credit for the Xbox Series version to PlayStation, stating, "It was PlayStation. Give them your thanks." Jorjani confirmed Arrowhead's full support for the move. When asked if he had ever anticipated PlayStation greenlighting an Xbox Series version, he described it as "one of the most set-in-stone things they've ever done," highlighting the definitive nature of the decision. The August 28 release of Helldivers 2 for Xbox Series consoles coincides with the launch of Gears of War: Reloaded on PS5. This concurrent release strategy reflects a broader shift for Sony. Unlike previous console generations, PlayStation is demonstrating an increasing willingness to release its titles on platforms once considered rivals. For example, PlayStation has already released Lego Horizon Adventures on Nintendo Switch, further illustrating this evolving approach.

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