Arrowhead Game Studios has revealed a major technical update for Helldivers 2 arriving on May 27, 2026. Developed in collaboration with Nixxes, the update focuses heavily on performance improvements, upscaling technologies, latency reduction, and visual optimization across all platforms.
The patch introduces support for several modern upscaling solutions, including DLSS, FSR, XeSS, and PSSR, while also improving frame rate stability through Dynamic Resolution Scaling and Variable Refresh Rate support. Input responsiveness is also receiving attention with the addition of NVIDIA Reflex and AMD Anti-Lag 2.
Upscaling Support
PC
- Added FSR 4.0.3 support for supported high-end GPUs
- Added FSR 3.1.5 support
- Added DLSS 4.5 support
- Added XeSS 3.0 support
PlayStation 5 Pro
- Added PSSR 1 support
PlayStation 5
- Added FSR 3.1 support
Xbox Series X/S
- Added FSR 3.1 support
Advanced Visual Optimizations
Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)
- Added VRR support for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro
- Intended to reduce stuttering while avoiding screen tearing on supported displays
Variable Rate Shading (VRS)
- Added Variable Rate Shading support
- Reduces GPU load by lowering shading rates in less noticeable image areas
Dynamic Resolution Scaling (DRS)
- Added Dynamic Resolution Scaling for:
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X
- PC
- Designed to maintain more stable frame rates during graphically demanding scenarios
Resolution Improvements
- Increased “Performance” preset resolution to 1440p on:
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X
- Increased “Quality” preset resolution in PS5 Power Saving Mode to 1440p
Reduced Latency Features
NVIDIA Reflex
- Added NVIDIA Reflex support for NVIDIA GPU users
- Improves responsiveness and lowers input latency
AMD Anti-Lag 2
- Added AMD Anti-Lag 2 support
- Improves input response for AMD GPU users
Additional Details
- Update launches on May 27, 2026
- Additional fixes and optimizations are included alongside the technical improvements
- Arrowhead confirmed continued monitoring and further platform-specific tuning after release
- A dedicated technology-focused update is planned for later this summer
Helldivers 2 launched on February 8, 2024, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Developed by Arrowhead Game Studios and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, the cooperative third-person shooter places squads of Helldivers in large-scale battles against alien threats using heavy weapons, orbital strikes, and coordinated team tactics.
