HELLDIVERS 2 vs Split Fiction
Chaotic co-op shooter versus genre-hopping adventure — which cooperative experience fits your playstyle?
Still the best chaotic 4-player co-op shooter on PC despite the playerbase falling from 458k peak to 30k after Arrowhead's balance churn.
Hazelight's wildest co-op yet — Split Fiction trades It Takes Two's gentle tone for genre-hopping chaos, and it's their best game in years.
Steam popularity
Shared scale — sparklines are directly comparable across both games.
HELLDIVERS 2
Apr 2026 peak CCU 83,346 ↑ 0% MoM
All-time peak 458,208
Split Fiction
Apr 2026 peak CCU 14,926 ↓ 32% MoM
All-time peak 258,641
Key differences
Co-op focus
Helldivers 2 emphasizes 4-player co-op with friendly fire and strategic loadouts.
Split Fiction is designed for 2-player co-op with a focus on varied mechanics and teamwork.
Gameplay variety
Helldivers 2 offers a fast-paced third-person shooter experience with a galactic-war metagame.
Split Fiction features a wide range of gameplay mechanics, including bullet-hell, platforming, and mech battles.
Replay value
Helldivers 2 has a dedicated player base and regular updates, but its player count has decreased over time.
Split Fiction offers a tightly-paced 12-15 hour story with a focus on completing the campaign in a few sessions.
Which one is for you?
Pick HELLDIVERS 2 if
- You prefer chaotic 4-player co-op with friendly fire
- You enjoy strategic loadouts and 30-second stratagem cooldowns
- You're looking for a game with a dedicated player base and regular updates
Pick Split Fiction if
- You have a regular co-op partner and want a varied gameplay experience
- You prefer a tightly-paced story with a focus on completing the campaign
- You enjoy games with a strong focus on teamwork and coordination
Bottom line
Choose Helldivers 2 for chaotic 4-player co-op and strategic gameplay, or Split Fiction for a genre-hopping adventure with a strong focus on teamwork and variety.