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Helldivers 2 recently implemented a significant update on the 20th, replacing its previous anti-cheat software with Easy Anti-Cheat and additional security tools. While the game reached second place on the global Steam top sellers list, the update triggered an overwhelmingly negative response from the community.
The update included balance adjustments for primary and secondary weapons, improvements to stratagems like the machine gun, and the release of the 22nd premium warbond, 'Truth Enforcers,' which introduced new sniper rifles and gear.
User feedback has been harsh, with 3,847 reviews resulting in a 12% positive rating. Players criticize the new anti-cheat for blocking community-made convenience mods and scripts that previously addressed long-standing bugs. Furthermore, users report technical issues including game crashes, startup failures, and compatibility problems with the Steam Deck.
Despite the backlash, the core gameplay remains well-regarded. The developer's ability to resolve these technical hurdles and address player distrust regarding the prioritization of paid content over bug fixes will be critical for the game's future standing.
