San Francisco, CA – The highly anticipated release of Helldivers 2 has been met with unexpected challenges, as the game’s popularity has led to fraudulent listings and scams on the gaming platform Steam. The developers had to quickly upgrade servers to accommodate the influx of players eager to experience the sci-fi co-op shooter that has been capturing the attention of gamers worldwide.
One of the scams involved a fake game called Figurality, which masqueraded as Helldivers 2 on the Steam store page. The game was heavily discounted to entice unsuspecting players, only for them to realize they had purchased a different game altogether. Arrowhead Game Studio and Sony were falsely credited as the developer and publisher of Figurality, prompting swift action from the official Helldivers 2 Discord community and Valve, resulting in the delisting of the fraudulent game.
This incident was not an isolated one, as another fake Helldivers 2 listing appeared on Steam before being promptly taken down by Valve. The emergence of these scams highlights a concerning loophole in Steam’s system, allowing scammers to exploit unsuspecting players with little repercussion. Arrowhead CEO Johan Pilestedt expressed dismay at how easily these dupes were able to deceive players, urging for better safeguards to prevent such incidents in the future.
Furthermore, the incident shed light on similar scams targeting other popular games like Palworld, signaling a need for a more robust system to protect players from falling victim to fraudulent practices. Despite these challenges, Helldivers 2 continues to thrive, with server issues resolved and new updates introducing exciting gameplay features. Players can now fully immerse themselves in the intergalactic battles against bugs and killer robots, all while enjoying the game’s resurgence in popularity.
Arrowhead is also gearing up to expand the game’s narrative with the introduction of mechs and a returning enemy faction, further enhancing the gaming experience for new and existing players. As Helldivers 2 continues to evolve, it remains a compelling option for gamers looking to embark on thrilling co-op adventures in a futuristic setting.