The Best 7 Games Like Helldivers 2 On Xbox

Want to play a coop shooter after seeing the Helldivers hype, but are stuck on Xbox? Check out the 7 best Helldivers 2 alternatives.

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These are the 7 best Helldivers alternatives. | © Arrowhead/Gearbox Publishing/EarlyGame

Helldivers 2 continues to captivate thousands, if not millions, of players. It would be a dream come true for many co-op shooter fans, if there wasn't a catch. Helldivers 2 was released exclusively for PlayStation and PC. If you're a passionate Xbox player, you're out of luck.

But what can you do with all that time you're not playing Helldivers 2? We have an answer for you: Simply play other games that are similar (even though we shouldn't compare Helldivers 2 to other games).

The 7 Best Games Like Helldivers 2 On Xbox

The following list of co-op shooter games is sorted by their release year. Which game suits you best depends on your taste.

The Division 2 (2019)

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In The Division 2 you play in a post-pandemic Washington DC. | © Ubisoft

Tom Clancy's The Division 2 takes you to the pulsating heart of Washington, D.C., marked by chaos and decay. As agents of the Division, you are challenged to save the city from ultimate destruction. Traverse the winding streets, explore the abandoned buildings, and engage in action-packed shootouts against enemy factions.

But don't worry, you're not alone! Together with other agents, you can cooperatively complete missions, master tactical challenges, and continuously improve your skills and loadouts. With every corner you explore and every enemy you defeat, hope grows for a better future for the former capital of the United States.

The Division 2 costs $13.99 and is also included in Ubisoft+ on Xbox.

Gears 5 (2019)

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Gears 5 offers the campaign, PvP, and PvE mode. | © Xbox Game Studios

Gears 5 is a pulse-pounding journey into the heart of battle, where every decision can mean the difference between victory and defeat. Step into the boots of Kait Diaz, a fearless warrior haunted by her past and driven by a quest for truth. Join her on a harrowing journey across breathtaking landscapes, from desolate deserts to icy tundras, as she uncovers dark secrets and confronts powerful enemies.

Whether you're battling it out in the intense competitive multiplayer modes or teaming up with friends in the thrilling co-op campaign, the action never stops in this epic adventure. So gear up, soldier. The fate of humanity hangs in the balance, and only you have the power to change the course of history.

Gears 5 costs $69.99 and is also included in Xbox Game Pass .

Outriders (2021)

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Outriders is a 1-3 co-op shooter in a sci-fi universe. | © Square Enix

Outriders thrusts you into a desperate struggle for survival on the hostile planet of Enoch. As one of the last remaining Outriders, you wield devastating powers and face off against hordes of enemies in a visceral, adrenaline-fueled shooter experience.

With a rich narrative, intense combat, and deep RPG mechanics, every decision you make shapes the fate of humanity. In the game, you can immerse yourselves in a variety of engaging game modes that cater to different playstyles and preferences, such as the campaign, co-op multiplayer and PvP-modes.

Uncover the mysteries of this unforgiving world, forge alliances, and unleash your inner hero in a relentless fight for the future. Are you ready to become an Outrider?

The Day One Edition of Outriders costs $9.99 and the Complete Edition costs $29.99.

Aliens: Fireteam Elite (2021)

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In Aliens: Fireteam Elite you battle through hordes of different types of Xenomorph. | © Cold Iron Studios

Aliens: Fireteam Elite plunges you into the intense world of the Alien universe, where you join forces as Colonial Marines to battle waves of Xenomorphs and other extraterrestrial threats. With cooperative gameplay and diverse character classes, you must work together to survive across various missions set in haunting environments.

Whether it's laying down suppressing fire as a Gunner, providing critical support as a Technician, or unleashing devastating close-quarters attacks as a Demolisher, there's a class to suit every playstyle. Offering thrilling action and faithful immersion in the iconic franchise, Aliens: Fireteam Elite is an adrenaline-fueled experience for fans and newcomers alike.

Aliens: Fireteam Elite costs $19.01.

Back 4 Blood (2021)

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Back 4 Blood is the indirect successor to the popular Left 4 Dead. | © Warner Bros. Games

Back 4 Blood is a cooperative first-person shooter where players battle against hordes of zombies in a post-apocalyptic world. You assume the roles of Cleaners, a group of seasoned survivors determined to push back against the zombie horde and reclaim what's left of civilization.

Developed by Turtle Rock Studios, creators of the Left 4 Dead series, it offers intense, adrenaline-fueled gameplay as you team up to survive against relentless waves of undead. With the new dynamic card system and a variety of playable characters, Back 4 Blood promises a thrilling and replayable experience for fans of cooperative shooters.

Back 4 Blood costs $7.28 and is also included in Xbox Game Pass .

Rainbow Six Extraction (2022)

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Rainbow Six Extraction features various mission types, including rescue operations, data retrieval, and elimination missions. | © Ubisoft

Rainbow Six Extraction is a high-stakes tactical shooter that puts players in the shoes of elite Rainbow Six operators tasked with confronting a mysterious and deadly alien threat. Developed by Ubisoft, it combines the tactical gameplay of Rainbow Six Siege with a sci-fi twist.

Players must team up to contain and eliminate the alien parasite Archæns in intense missions filled with traps and challenges. With unique operators, dynamic missions, and cooperative gameplay, Extraction offers an immersive experience for fans of tactical shooters.

Rainbow Six Extraction costs $8.97 and is also included in Ubisoft+ on Xbox.

Remnant 2 (2023)

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Remnant 2 is a third-person soulslike shooter. | © Gearbox Publishing

Remnant 2 continues the thrilling saga of humanity's struggle for survival against horrifying creatures and god-like adversaries across treacherous realms. The sequel of Remnant from the Ashes offers solo or cooperative gameplay for up to three players, allowing teams to delve into the unknown and thwart an impending evil threatening reality itself.

With a blend of methodical and frenetic combat, you must utilize a variety of ranged and melee tactics to overcome cunning enemies and massive boss encounters. Through dynamically generated dungeons and areas, each playthrough offers a challenging yet rewarding experience, encouraging exploration and multiple revisits as you uncover the mysteries woven throughout the diverse landscapes of Remnant 2.

Remnant 2 costs $29.99 and is also included in Xbox Game Pass .

And with that, we've come to the end of our list of games you can play instead of Helldivers 2. If you're already a Xbox Game Pass subscriber, be sure to check out titles like Remnant 2.

Did we miss any games? What are your favorite co-op shooters? Let us know in the comments!

Marie-Lena Höftmann

After a childhood full of videogames, Miffy devoted herself to her greatest passion within her academic studies. Aside from science, she has spent too many hours in Dead by Daylight, loves to shred through Souls-likes or chills in Animal Crossing....