Changing anti-cheat in HELLDIVERS 2
Helldivers 2 has replaced GameGuard with Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) to combat cheat mods and protect the integrity of the Galactic War.
Key Changes
- 1Transitioned from GameGuard to Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC)
- 2Implemented additional security measures against cheat mods
- 3Gameplay-affecting mods may no longer function
- 4Cosmetic mods may require updates from creators to remain functional
- 5Steam Deck and Linux compatibility remains unchanged
- 6Hardware requirements remain unchanged
All Changes
🛡️Anti-Cheat(2)
- changeEasy Anti-Cheat: Transitioned from GameGuard to Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) to enhance game integrity protection.
- fixAnti-Cheat: Implemented additional security measures to crack down on recent cheat mods.
🛠️Modding(2)
- removeGameplay Mods: Gameplay-affecting mods may no longer function due to new security measures.
- changeCosmetic Mods: Non-malicious cosmetic mods may require updates from creators to continue working.
💻Compatibility(2)
- changeSteam Deck: Steam Deck and Linux compatibility remains unchanged.
- changeHardware Requirements: Hardware requirements for the game remain unchanged.
Summary
Anti-Cheat Transition
Helldivers 2 has officially transitioned its anti-cheat provider from GameGuard to Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC). This change is intended to address issues with the previous system's effectiveness and provide a more robust defense for the game's integrity and the shared Galactic War narrative.
Impact on Mods
The update introduces additional security measures specifically designed to target cheat mods that provide unfair advantages or manipulate the game's meta-progression. While the developers express appreciation for creative cosmetic mods, they warn that some may require updates from their creators to remain functional, while gameplay-altering mods may be blocked entirely.
Technical Compatibility
Despite the change in anti-cheat software, there are no changes to the game's minimum or recommended hardware requirements. Additionally, players on Steam Deck and Linux will maintain full compatibility with the game.