We’re enjoying the heck out of Helldivers 2, despite its glaring queue-related issues. Since the game launched, its developer has struggled to meet demand with adequate server space, resulting in many players sitting in the queue rather than on the battlefield. However, we think the game’s worth buying because of its frenetic, bug- and robot-crushing co-op action.
If you’re ready to join Super Earth’s first line of offense and enlist in the Helldivers, you can save 17% on Helldivers 2 at Green Man Gaming when you use the code FEB17 at checkout. There’s no shortage of other fantastic gaming deals this weekend, including a trio of Humble bundles featuring Destiny 2, Street Fighter, and more. The entire Doom franchise is also discounted by 76% on Steam.
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It's no secret that Helldivers 2 has infected the internet with its love of liberty, democracy, and friendly fire (its myriad networking issues are, sadly, just as well known). If you’re ready to join the fight to keep Super Earth safe, you can get a copy for Windows PC via Steam at Green Man Gaming for $33.19 when you use the code FEB17 at checkout. (was $39.99). Helldivers 2 is a must-play for fans of co-op shooters, playing rock-paper-scissors with other players, or for folks who love the satirical tones of the Starship Troopers film.
Prices taken at time of publishing.
Humble has been knocking out of the park lately. Its current trio of awesome game bundles all cost $20 or less, support some great charities, and will be available well into next week. If you want to test your brain, we recommend checking out the $15 Mind-Bending Masterpiece bundle which includes puzzle games like The Witness, The Talos Principle, Manifold Garden, Superliminal, and three more excellent titles.
Prices taken at time of publishing.
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