Excitement is building around Helldivers 2, with developer Arrowhead Game Studios teasing some major updates on the horizon. Arrowhead's CEO, Shams Jorjani, recently sparked curiosity and anticipation during a discussion in the game's Discord. When a user inquired about upcoming features, Jorjani's response was both cryptic and emphatic: "You'll shit your pants." This bold statement hints at the significant impact of the forthcoming content, suggesting players brace themselves for something extraordinary.
While specifics remain under wraps, Jorjani fielded several other questions, touching on the desire to introduce more bladed weapons and addressing concerns about potential content droughts. The conversation also shed light on the technical challenges Arrowhead faces with Helldivers 2, and how the team plans to manage these over time. This level of transparency, combined with the humorous tone, adds to the community's engagement and anticipation.
Hints about what's coming have already been dropped, including a teaser involving a flag featuring both a pointy and a grippy section. Arrowhead has set May 8 as the target date for announcing its next Warbond, with promises of even more exciting news to follow shortly after.
In a recent interview with IGN, Arrowhead's production director Alex Bolle expressed the studio's commitment to longevity, stating their intention to be around for "years and years and years to come." Bolle emphasized the ongoing development of Helldivers 2 and the team's dedication to staying true to their creative vision while thriving in a live game environment. He noted, "The more we figure out how to thrive in a live environment, and we still have a way to go to figure out a lot of things around that, the more we can let creativity loose on new systems that we would've never thought about a year ago when we released."
As Arrowhead continues to refine their approach and integrate innovative ideas, Bolle looks forward to adapting successful elements from other games into Helldivers 2, all while maintaining the game's unique flavor. Fans won't have to wait long to see what's in store, with updates expected to roll out next week. It might be wise to have some extra pants on hand.
