The CEO of Arrowhead Game Studios, developers of Helldivers 2, has shared the company’s plan to support the game after its release. In a recent interview, Johan Pilestedt recognized issues within Helldivers 2 but said they’re still going to fix them and update the game. All this came from a Reddit post from a player about how some players are asking for too much and are being entitled.
While it is unlikely they’ll continue to keep such a large audience as more games come out, the expectation is to keep a reasonably steady player base. Pilestedt emphasized the need for ongoing development in today’s gaming industry, especially for live-service games. This is crucial for titles like Helldivers 2, which require regular updates and new content to keep players engaged and happy.
Since its release, Helldivers 2 has received mixed feedback. Players have praised its core gameplay but also criticized technical issues and limited content. Pilestedt wants to put the idea of proactive effort from the team so players know good is coming. Arrowhead will focus on fixing bugs and adding more content to improve the overall experience for players.
Live service games are expensive and usually undergo substantial changes throughout their lives. Developers frequently add new content, adjust balance, and organize seasonal events. It seems like Helldivers 2 is set to embrace this approach, with Pilestedt committing to ongoing efforts to improve the game.
“We want to deliver the best in the industry and we are calibrating our efforts of fixing vs new stuff. It’s easy to say ‘just fix, don’t add’, but the reality of the competitiveness in this industry is that we have to do both to stay relevant. We are figuring it out, the demands and expectations on the studio is high, all eyes are on us, and we have a sole purpose – to make this the best live game you’ve ever played. We just need to find our stride and balance. It’s a hot topic at the studio, and I’m sorry for the sloppy mistakes we’ve made as of recent.”
Johan Pilestedt
Players can expect both small technical updates and bigger content releases. Fixing bugs is important for making sure the game runs well. At the same time, new missions, weapons, enemies, and cosmetic choices will bring new challenges and ways to personalize the Helldiver game.
The future success of Helldivers 2’s ongoing support depends on Arrowhead’s ability to regularly provide significant updates. If the studio can keep delivering improvements and engaging new content, it will have a better chance of maintaining a dedicated and active community.
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