Helldivers 2 joined the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog on August 12, 2026, available to Extra and Premium subscribers but not the Essential tier [1, 2, 3]. The inclusion coincides with the release of the game's 7.0.0 update, Devoid of Liberty, which introduces new enemies like the Void, mutated Illuminate, the Crusher, and the Wretch, along with secondary objectives such as eradicating Void mutations and opening secondary extraction zones [1, 3].
Players in the update undertake missions to destroy Illuminate spires and gateways, carry out reconnaissance, and infiltrate structures with support from the new Super Earth Armed Forces (SEAF) faction. A Sony Interactive Entertainment press release said, "Getting into the Void presents a unique challenge. High Command has ordered reconnaissance missions to gather as much intel as possible in order to give us an advantage" [2].
Since its early 2024 release, Helldivers 2 has become PlayStation's fastest-selling game ever [1, 2, 3]. The game launched on Xbox Series X in September 2025, selling 926,000 copies within its first six days on that platform [2]. By early August 2026, Helldivers 2 had accumulated over 22.9 million players across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC [3].
Sony emphasized the addition's value for PlayStation Plus subscribers. Mary Yee, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Sony Interactive Entertainment, said, "Players continue to recognize the value of PlayStation Plus and an ever-evolving Game Catalog with strong content specially curated for the PlayStation community. With the addition of Helldivers 2, a game that has already been enjoyed by millions of players worldwide, we’re further strengthening the value of PlayStation Plus and creating more opportunities for members to discover and engage with exceptional games" [3]. Sony also noted, "The expected influx of new players through PlayStation Plus provides an opportunity for newcomers to experience the game’s dynamic cooperative gameplay alongside longtime players, helping to further broaden an already passionate player base" [3].
PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers do not have access to Helldivers 2. After a price hike in May 2026, Essential tier subscriptions cost $79.99 annually, $27.99 for three months, or $10.99 monthly [1].
A community challenge tied to the update tasks players with eliminating 500 million enemies by August 18, 2026, to unlock four Helldiver PlayStation avatars [2]. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X platforms [1, 2, 3].
A film adaptation of Helldivers is scheduled for theatrical release on November 10, 2027, although recent reports note that Jason Momoa has left the project [3].
