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Helldivers is a challenging cooperative shooting game where four players take on the role of an elite unit protecting Earth against alien attack. From an overhead perspective, you direct your character through the battlefield, shooting the enemy or evading detection. It stands out for the combination of tactical battles and challenging teamwork.

Unfortunately, Helldivers is not available on Android, Mac, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S or iOS. However, we recommend the following games that offer a similar experience or theme, and at a lower age rating:

Helldivers

Game Details

Release Date: 07/12/2015

Out Now: PC, PS3 and PS4

Content Rating: PEGI 16

Skill Rating: 12+ year-olds

Players: 1-4 (4 online)

Genres: Fighting, Shooting, Strategy (Action and Traversal)

Accessibility: 0 features Documented (Tweet Developer)

Components: 2D Overhead

Developer: Helldivers Game (@HelldiversGame)

Costs: Purchase cost, In-Game Purchases and In-Game Pass

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Assistance Getting Started:	Clear Manual Electronic Version of Manual Electronic Version of Manual for Screen Readers Getting Started Video Digital Version Reference Aid
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Pieces:	Components are Distinguishable by Touch Components are Replaceable No Non-Standard Dice (Or No Dice) No Tiny Pieces No Paper Money No Sprawl
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Printed Visibility:	Colour Blind Friendly Design Double-Coding Colour High Contrast Colours
Component Identifiability:	Outline Key Elements No Busy Backgrounds Easily Verbalised Game State No Close Inspection Disadvantage Playable Without Sight

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Communication:	Audio Cues Mirrored Visually (Or no critical audio signals) No Pressured Reveals No Pressured Communication Playable Without Hearing

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