Arrowhead can’t confirm an exact release date for the optimization patch, but it has pledged to “provide an update on Friday either way.” When the patch does arrive, it should include several meaningful improvements: streamlined status and visual effects, refined AI behaviors, better asset distribution, and a number of smaller polish fixes — from the overall appearance of snow to NPC eye rendering.
Missing Helldivers 2 performance and balance patch was delayed by a “last-minute” certification issue, Arrowhead says — the studio is now targeting the end of the week and has staff ready to work the weekend if necessary.
