Helldivers 2 Aims for Longevity; Warhammer 40,000 Collab Considered

Helldivers 2's phenomenal success story continues to unfold, with the game recently clinching two prestigious BAFTA Game Awards: Best Multiplayer and Best Music, out of five nominations. These accolades cap off a stellar awards season for the Swedish developer Arrowhead, marking a significant milestone in what has been a remarkable year for the studio.

Helldivers 2 accepts the win for Multiplayer at the #BAFTAGamesAwards ✨ pic.twitter.com/rYWwyc1KGR

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It's worth recalling that Helldivers 2 achieved a historic feat as the fastest-selling PlayStation Studios game ever, selling an astounding 12 million copies in just 12 weeks—a record that no other first-party Sony-developed game is likely to surpass. Since its explosive launch, the game has navigated through several challenges, including a significant reversal on PSN account requirements on Steam, review-bomb campaigns, and a community that has at times been at odds with the game over its balance adjustments.

Amidst these challenges, Arrowhead has been grappling with managing a larger and more diverse playerbase than ever before. Now, 14 months after Helldivers 2's release on PC and PlayStation 5, the developer is reflecting on its journey. Has Arrowhead managed to navigate the demanding landscape of live-service gaming? Following their collaboration with Killzone, could a partnership with Warhammer 40,000 be on the horizon?

To delve deeper into these questions, IGN had the opportunity to sit down with Alex Bolle, the production director of Helldivers 2, for an insightful discussion on the game's past, present, and potential future.