Helldivers 2 gets a huge Black Friday deal, making it cheaper than ever, but only for a day

Arc Raiders may be the most talked-about co-op shooter right now, but in my eyes, it doesn't hold a candle to Helldivers 2. From the excellent bug-slaying and robot-demolishing combat to the community missions that help you feel part of something bigger, it's one of the best co-op games of all time (and a viral hit, when it first launched), and you can grab it at a massive Black Friday discount right now - but you only have a day.

Like many other potential divers, I didn't know what to expect when I first played Helldivers 2. I had never played the first game, which remains true to this day, but I knew from my first mission that it was something distinct. With fluid combat set on a variety of planets across the galaxy, Helldivers 2 isn't just about those quick missions, as the focus remains solely on the bigger picture.

Each mission has an objective, whether that's delivering a package to a safe point or eliminating all enemies in a certain area, and after completing your job, you'll need to extract safely to make progress. Each run helps clear the planet of the enemies, bringing every player worldwide a step closer to taking back control. For Democracy, of course.

The combat is satisfying to play, with guns that feel impactful as well as those powerful stratagems that offer you orbital lasers or bombs for crowd control. All of these elements make each mission feel chaotic yet different, and the customization of your Helldiver - as well as the various pieces of your arsenal you can equip - keeps that variety strong even over a year of playing later.

It's a brilliant game to play alone or with friends, even at full price, but Helldivers 2 is just $27.59 / £24.14 at Fanatical for Black Friday. That's 31% off the usual price, and considering Steam's biggest discount has been 20%, it's an incredible offer that you shouldn't pass up. However, there's a minor catch - this is a Flash Deal, meaning you only have 24 hours to get it.

So, if you're hoping to get Helldivers 2 for a low price, you have a day to get this offer, as the discount expires on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 8am PT / 11am ET / 4pm GMT. Hopefully, I'll see you in the galactic war very soon.