Helldivers 2 Gets Another Update: Important Crash Fixes and Ship Module Bug Resolved

Helldivers 2 players on both PS5 and PC have received yet another update today from Arrowhead Studios, continuing the developer’s active support for the popular shooter. Recent weeks have seen a consistent rollout of updates for Helldivers 2, as Arrowhead has been diligently adding new Warbonds and fine-tuning the game's overall balance. This pattern of ongoing support continues with the release of update version 1.002.105, a patch primarily focused on delivering essential fixes.

While update 1.002.105 may not be a massive download in terms of size, the fixes it implements are certainly significant for player experience. Arrowhead has addressed several instances of game crashes that players were encountering in various situations within Helldivers 2. These crash fixes are aimed at improving game stability and reducing interruptions during gameplay, which is crucial for maintaining a smooth and enjoyable experience, especially in a fast-paced and cooperative game like Helldivers 2. Beyond these stability improvements, the update also tackles a specific bug that was preventing players from purchasing ship modules, even when they possessed the necessary samples. This fix ensures that players can properly progress and upgrade their ships as intended, removing a potential frustration point in the game's progression system.

Looking ahead, players can likely expect more substantial updates for Helldivers 2 in the near future, potentially including new content and features. However, even though this particular patch is focused on fixes and is relatively small in scale, it demonstrates Arrowhead’s commitment to quickly addressing player-reported issues and maintaining a stable and polished game experience. This rapid response to player concerns is likely to be appreciated by the Helldivers 2 community.

For those interested in the specifics of the update, the official patch notes for Helldivers 2 update 1.002.105 are provided below, detailing the addressed issues in full.

Helldivers 2 Update 1.002.105 Patch Notes

Fixes

Crash Fixes, Hangs and Soft-locks:

• Fixed a rare crash that could occur when travelling between planets
• Fixed a crash that would occur during the initial language selection
• Fixed a crash caused by cancelling specific emotes with another emote

Miscellaneous Fixes

• Fixed a bug where ship modules would sometimes not be purchasable even if you had the correct amount of samples