HELL DIVER 2
HELL DIVER 2
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MINIMUM AGE: 18+
WHAT IS IT? HELLDIVERS™ 2 is a squad-based third-person shooter where players fight alien threats using a variety of weapons and special abilities. The game features intense action, graphic violence, including blood, dismemberment, and environmental hazards like explosions. It also offers a first-person view for better accuracy. WHAT WE SAY: Avoid. Unsuitable for children. 🔞 Exposure to Inappropriate Content Helldivers 2 is rated M (Mature) for its intense violence, gore, and strong language. Voice and text chat with other players may also expose users to profanity, offensive jokes, or aggressive behavior not suitable for younger audiences. 🔐 Privacy Concerns Helldivers 2 may collect player data for performance tracking or matchmaking. Players who use weak passwords or link accounts across platforms without proper security settings are at risk of data breaches or unauthorised access. 📱 Cyberbullying and Harassment In team-based gameplay, players can experience verbal abuse, blame, or exclusion, especially if they make mistakes. Some players use voice or text chat to harass others during high-pressure missions. 🧑💻 Online Predators & Grooming Although Helldivers 2 isn’t designed for children, younger players might still join. Predators use team chat or online lobbies to initiate conversations and slowly build trust with the intent to manipulate. 🧠 Addiction & Mental Health The game’s high-stakes missions, reward systems, and intense action can lead to long play sessions and obsession with progression. Without limits, this can negatively affect sleep, mood, and real-life responsibilities. 🎮 Game Concerns Players have reported technical issues such as bugs, connection drops, and unbalanced matchmaking. These can impact gameplay and lead to frustration or unfair experiences in online matches. 📢 Lack of Moderation While Helldivers 2 offers reporting tools, real-time voice and text chat are not moderated, which means offensive language or harassment can go unaddressed if not reported by users. 💸 In-Game Purchases Helldivers 2 includes optional purchases like armor sets, weapons, or cosmetics. These can encourage spending, especially during limited-time events or pressure to keep up with others in co-op squads. 💬 Direct Messaging Players can receive messages from strangers through the platform (e.g., PlayStation or Steam), which could include spam, inappropriate content, or phishing attempts. 🔓 Scams & Account Theft Fake offers for free currency, unlocks, or in-game gear may circulate in forums or chat. Clicking on suspicious links or sharing login info can lead to account theft or malware. |
🛡️SAFETY TIPS:
📲Understand the game Familiarise yourself with the games features and how they work. Knowing how the app works will help you guide your child effectively. 👨👧Parental supervision Check their interactions and adjust privacy settings accordingly. You can mute or report toxic or inappropriate players. 💸Limit In-App Purchases Set spending limits or disable in-app purchases on your device to avoid accidental or excessive spending. 🚨Avoid Unofficial Downloads Stick to downloading the game from official sources (like the App Store or Google Play) to avoid malware, data breaches, or compromised versions. 📢Underage Accounts This game might have an age restriction but it lacks a proper age verification process. Therefore, there’s little stopping users from faking their dates of birth or creating bogus profiles and targeting children and young people. 👥Manage friend requests Teach your child only to accept friend requests from people they know in real life. 📷 Cover the Webcam When Not in Use Physically cover your camera when you're not ready to go live. Always be mindful of what’s visible in your background—it can reveal location clues. 🧠 Trust Your Instincts If something feels uncomfortable, it is uncomfortable. Leave the chat immediately and don’t engage with users who seem suspicious, aggressive, or inappropriate. 🖥️ Place Devices in Shared Spaces Keep internet-connected devices in living rooms or kitchens, not bedrooms. This makes risky behaviour less likely and easier to notice. 🙋♀️Conversations: Have open discussions with children and young people about the topics associated with online use - bullying, grooming, sexual and criminal exploitation, body image, as well as accessing support and how to report. 🚨 Know the Signs of Trouble Watch for behaviour changes—like anxiety, secrecy, mood swings, or suddenly deleting apps. These can signal something inappropriate happened online. FURTHER SUPPORT: For parents/ carers If you're worried about your child or need support call NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000. If you discover criminal content when online then report it directly to the police or the Internet Watch Foundation. If you're worried about online grooming or sexual behaviour online then report directly to the police or contact CEOP. For Children & young people if they're worried or want to talk, encourage them to contact Childline Online or call 0800 1111. Check out our Resource Centre for further information and useful online safety tips. 
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