Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead Game Studio hopes that this year’s release will be less eventful in terms of accuracy, but acknowledges that some risks are still unavoidable. The studio takes pride in understanding its community better than ever, thanks to the game’s success at recent awards.
Game director Michael Eriksson and production director Alex Bolle shared their insights on how they’ve improved processes and testing before release. They aim to deliver what players want, even if it means taking calculated risks. A recent update, Illuminate, is a prime example of this approach, offering challenging content for hardcore players with melee weapons, cars, and a new faction.
While perfection is impossible, Arrowhead prioritizes the community’s input and feedback. Fans are at the heart of their game development philosophy, helping to shape the game into what they want. As Eriksson put it, “those are the people we’re making the game for.” With this approach, Arrowhead aims to create a smoother release experience moving forward.
Source: https://www.gamesradar.com/games/third-person-shooter/after-an-eventful-year-helldivers-2-devs-hope-it-will-be-less-of-a-bumpy-road-when-it-comes-to-release-accuracy-but-arrowhead-is-still-prepared-to-take-risks