You can easily open a group in The Division 2 by inviting friends directly from your friends list or by using the matchmaking system to find other players.
Forming a group, whether with friends or random players, is essential for tackling challenging missions, exploring the Dark Zone, or simply enjoying the world of Washington D.C. and New York City together. The game offers several straightforward ways to connect with other agents.
Inviting Friends to Your Group
The most common way to "open" or start a group with people you know is by inviting them directly. This process is quick and allows you to team up with your preferred squad.
Here are the steps to invite a friend:
- Access your Friends list within the game menu.
- Choose a friend you wish to invite.
- Select "Invite to group".
Once your friend accepts the invitation, they will join your group, and you can begin playing together. You can repeat this process to invite up to three other players, forming a full team of four agents.
Joining an Existing Group
If a friend has already formed a group, you don't need to create your own; you can simply join theirs.
The reference states: In the same menu [as inviting friends], you can also join a friend by choosing "Join Group".
To join a friend's group:
- Go to your Friends list.
- Choose the friend whose group you want to join.
- Select "Join Group".
If there is space in their group and they haven't set specific restrictions, you will join their session.
Matchmaking with Other Players
Matchmaking is another primary method mentioned in the reference to form a group, especially when playing specific activities or if your friends aren't online. You can also matchmake with other players.
Matchmaking automatically finds other players looking to participate in the same activity (like a specific mission, bounty, or the Dark Zone) and forms a temporary group. This is an effective way to experience group content without pre-forming a squad.
The method for initiating matchmaking usually involves:
- Selecting the desired activity (e.g., mission start point).
- Choosing the matchmaking option for that activity.
The game's system will then search for and group you with other available players.
| Method | Description | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Inviting Friends | Creating a group and inviting specific people from your friends list. | Playing with friends you know. |
| Joining Group | Joining a group that a friend has already created. | Teaming up with friends already in a session. |
| Matchmaking | Automatically finding and grouping with random players for an activity. | Playing specific content with others quickly. |
By using these methods – primarily inviting from your Friends list, joining a friend's group, or using the matchmaking system – you can easily form and participate in groups in The Division 2 to take on the challenges of the game world together.
