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Helldivers 2 Launches with Halo Warbond on Xbox

8/26/2025

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Summary

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Helldivers 2 will launch on Xbox Series X/S on August 26, 2025, alongside the Halo-themed Warbond.
The Warbond includes Halo weapons and armor, costs 1,500 Super Credits, and offers a new passive ability, "Feet First."
Crossplay is available for Xbox, PlayStation 5, and PC; however, cross-progression and Xbox Game Pass are not supported.
Two pre-order editions with themed rewards are available, but the Premium Warbond Token is incompatible with the Halo Warbond.

History

Historical Context

The launch of Helldivers 2 on August 26, 2025, reflects the impact of Halo: Combat Evolved, released in 2001, which transformed console gaming and sold over 6.5 million copies. This shift paved the way for cross-pollination in gaming, exemplified by themed content like the Halo Warbond, highlighting the increasing significance of brand collaborations in enhancing player engagement.

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Story summary

Helldivers 2 will launch on Xbox Series X/S on August 26, 2025, alongside the Halo-themed Warbond.
The Warbond includes Halo weapons and armor, costs 1,500 Super Credits, and offers a new passive ability, "Feet First."
Crossplay is available for Xbox, PlayStation 5, and PC; however, cross-progression and Xbox Game Pass are not supported.
Two pre-order editions with themed rewards are available, but the Premium Warbond Token is incompatible with the Halo Warbond.

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