Helldivers 2 update 1.001.202 is rolling out on PS5 and PC. According to the official Helldivers 2 version 1.001.202 patch notes, the latest update fixes crash issues and soft locks. Missions see changes to enemy spawns, and SOS beacon functionality has been overhauled to improve gameplay continuity and lobby access. Apart from this, Helldivers 2 patch 1.001.202 also resolve control and UI-related bugs, such as snapping cursors and missing names.
Previously, a minor Helldivers 2 version 1.000.200 added new environmental hazards and weapon adjustments.. Unfortunately, since the release, players are experiencing several issues. The upcoming Helldivers 2 update 1.001.203 will address the remaining issues and bugs.
Helldivers 2 update 1.001.202 Patch Notes – November 5, 2024
Crash Fixes & Soft Locks
- Fixed a crash occurring when a player or hot-joiner first spawns into a mission.
- Resolved a rare crash involving carriable items and simultaneous minimap interaction.
Mission Adjustments
- Spread Democracy Missions: Reduced enemy spawn rate during the Raise Flag objective.
Miscellaneous Fixes
SOS Beacons:
- SOS beacons now deactivate when the squad is full but can reactivate if a player leaves.
- Fixed SOS beacons being destroyed on host migration to allow the new host to decide on deployment.
- Resolved issues preventing SOS beacons from being deployed in some missions.
- Fixed SOS beacons not making lobbies public, as intended, when deployed.
- Fixed non-public lobbies being inaccessible despite an SOS beacon being deployed.
UI and Controls:
- Drop Wheel, Emote Wheel, and Comms Wheel: Fixed snapping cursor behavior in radial menus when using mouse and keyboard.
- Friend Status: Fixed an issue where large friend lists prevented users from seeing in-game status correctly, which blocked invites and joining.
- Fixed missing player names after returning to the ship from a mission.
- Resolved disappearing player names and chat text issues.
Download free Helldivers 2 update 1.001.202 on PlayStation 5 and PC.
