Helldivers 2 is the first game from PlayStation Studios to launch simultaneously on PC and consoles, but it is facing issues at its initial launch. While visually and performance-wise impressive, Helldivers 2 is currently plagued by problems with crashing and matchmaking that are affecting the player experience.
After testing the game extensively, I have identified the best settings for Helldivers 2 on PC, as well as providing an overview of the performance and unique upscaling options available in the game.
Best settings for Helldivers 2
After extensive testing, the following settings emerged as the best for Helldivers 2 on PC:
- Texture quality: High
- Object detail quality: Medium
- Render distance: High
- Shadow quality: Medium
- Particle quality: Low
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Overall, these settings offer improved performance without compromising much on visual quality.
Helldivers 2 system requirements
System requirements range from a GTX 1050 Ti for minimum settings to an RTX 4070 Ti to run the game at maximum. The game also demands at least 16GB of RAM, but 32GB is recommended for 4K gaming.
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Upscaling in Helldivers 2
While the game offers its own upscaling solution, the absence of DLSS or FSR is noticeable. The upscaling modes provided can have a positive impact on performance and image quality, but they are not as efficient as third-party solutions.
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Crashing and freezing
Players are experiencing frequent crashes and freezing issues, with speculation suggesting potential problems with the anti-cheat system. The game has received several updates to address these issues, but users should be prepared for some turbulence.
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