GameDoes HELLDIVERS™ 2 have kernel-level anti-cheat?
Yes — kernel-level anti-cheat
HELLDIVERS™ 2 declares Easy Anti-Cheat on its Steam page, which runs at the kernel level of Windows.
From the requirements on the Steam store page, checked Oct 28, 2026.
What the store page says you sign up for
| Anti-cheat | Easy Anti-Cheat (kernel-level) |
|---|---|
| Third-party account | PlayStation Network (can be linked to your Steam account) |
| EULA | Requires agreeing to a third-party EULA |
FAQ
Does HELLDIVERS™ 2 have kernel-level anti-cheat?
HELLDIVERS™ 2 declares Easy Anti-Cheat on its Steam page, which runs at the kernel level of Windows.
Does HELLDIVERS™ 2 require a third-party account?
Yes. The Steam page says HELLDIVERS™ 2 requires a PlayStation Network, which can be linked to your Steam account.
Does HELLDIVERS™ 2 use DRM like Denuvo?
No third-party DRM is listed on HELLDIVERS™ 2's Steam page. Steam's own DRM may still apply.
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