Helldivers 2 Releases Update 01.000.403

Helldivers 2 Update 01.000.403: Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Improvements

Arrowhead Game Studios has released Helldivers 2 patch 01.000.403, addressing a critical crash linked to the FAF-14 Spear and implementing numerous bug fixes to enhance gameplay. The update follows a previous patch that, while fixing a Spear aiming issue, unintentionally introduced a new crash.

This cooperative third-person shooter, lauded for its chaotic action, continues to receive regular updates from Arrowhead. These updates consistently address gameplay balance, introduce new content (weapons, stratagems, enemies), and tackle technical issues.

Patch 01.000.403 specifically targets stability: resolving the Spear-related crash and another occurring during launch cutscenes with unique hellpod patterns. A significant addition is the global rollout of Japanese voice-overs for both PS5 and PC platforms.

Further improvements include:

• Text Fixes: Corrected corrupted text in Traditional Chinese.
• Weapon Fixes: The Plasma Punisher now functions correctly with the SH-32 and FX-12 Shield Generators. Quasar cannon heat management is accurate across various planets. The Spore Spewer's visual bug (purple appearance) has been resolved, along with the pink question mark glitches in missions. The Peak Physique armor passive now correctly affects weapon ergonomics. The issue of available Operations resetting after reconnection has been addressed.

While many issues are resolved, some remain under active development:

• Friend Requests: In-game friend requests via friend code are currently non-functional.
• Reward Delays: Delays in Medal and Super Credit payouts persist.
• Invisible Mines: Deployed mines may become invisible, though remain active.
• Arc Weapon Inconsistency: Arc weapons exhibit inconsistent behavior and occasional misfires.
• Aiming Issues: Most weapons fire below the crosshair when aiming down sights.
• Career Tab Reset: The mission count in the Career tab resets to zero after each game restart.
• Outdated Descriptions: Some weapon descriptions are outdated.
• Additional Issues: Other issues include problems with joining games, the placement of players in the 'Recent Players' list, enemies not progressing Personal Orders and Eradicate missions, stratagem beam deployment, ship module functionality ("Hand Carts" and "Superior Packing Methodology"), Bile Titan head damage, player loadout issues, reinforcement availability for players joining in progress, planet liberation progress display, and the "Raise Flag of Super Earth" objective progress bar.

Patch 01.000.403 is now available. Arrowhead continues to actively address player feedback and known issues.

Helldivers 2 Update 01.000.403 Patch Notes Summary

Key Improvements:

• Resolved crashes related to the FAF-14 Spear and unique hellpod patterns.
• Globally implemented Japanese voice-overs (PS5 and PC).
• Numerous bug fixes addressing text, weapons, and gameplay mechanics.

Known Issues (Ongoing):

• Friend request functionality.
• Reward payout delays.
• Visual and functional issues with various in-game elements.