Summary
ADestiny 2player has shared their affection for a different game about defending humanity from marauding aliens:Helldivers 2. Using the array of character customization options available inDestiny 2, they created a close replica of the uniform worn by the soldiers of Super Earth inHelldivers 2.
Despite ongoing issues withHelldivers 2stability and matchmaking, the game is off to a very strong initial launch for a relatively obscure series. As a sci-fi shooter with a focus on cooperative play, it’s no surprise that manyHelldivers 2players are veterans ofDestinyandDestiny 2. With the variety of options available inDestiny 2’s character customization suite (which is significantly more detailed thanHelldivers 2’s at the moment), it was only a matter of time before players got to work on an unofficial “crossover” between the worlds.
Bringing a Helldivers 2 Costume to Destiny 2
The creator of the expertHelldivers 2costume inDestiny 2is user J-Altman044 on Reddit. They shared theirHelldivers 2look in DestinyFashion - a subreddit community dedicated to sharinguniqueDestiny 2outfits. Using an image fromHelldivers 2showing the titular soldiers posing for the camera for reference, J-Altman044 combined some of the many cosmetic options inDestiny 2to assemble a similar-looking outfit for a Guardian of the Last City to wear.
J-Altman044’sDestiny 2costume is a close match for the Helldiver uniform, and those hoping to copy the design need to remember and essential element: playing as a Hunter. One of the key aspects of the Helldiver uniform is a cape, andDestiny 2Hunter Guardians almost always wear capesas their class item. The goggle-like visor of the Neoteric Kiyot Mask helm matched the Helldiver helmet, while the Phenotype Plasticity Cloak did away with the Hunter’s typical hood, making the cloak look like a simple cape.
Meanwhile, the Vakarian Grips and Vakarian Strides from theDestiny 2 Mass Effectcrossover cosmeticsmimicked the shoulder pads and leg armor worn by Helldivers, with the Prodigal Vest providing a Helldiver-like chestplate. Finally, an all-black or gray shader like Dead Orbit Camo shader can tint the whole outfit in Super Earth’s colors. Some members suggested picking a shader with some yellow to better approximate the accents on the default Helldiver armor, but according to J-Altman044, due to the wayDestiny 2handles color blocking and shaders, the arm and leg pieces would’ve turned “completely yellow” if combined with the available options.
Helldivers 2is definitely shaping up to be a hot new multiplayer obsession, as it isbreaking recordsDestiny 2set on PC. That said, it’s also telling that even fans of that game are returning toDestiny 2’s customization to express their love for it.
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