Excitement is building around Helldivers 2, with Arrowhead Game Studios teasing some major upcoming announcements. In a recent exchange on the game's Discord, Arrowhead CEO Shams Jorjani hinted at the scale of what's coming when he responded to a fan's query about future content with a bold statement: "You'll shit your pants." While not giving away specifics, this colorful remark suggests that players can expect something truly impactful and perhaps a bit overwhelming.
Jorjani also addressed other fan questions, discussing potential additions like more bladed weapons and tackling concerns about content droughts. He openly shared insights into managing the technical debt of a game like Helldivers 2, which adds a layer of transparency to the development process. Alongside these serious discussions, Jorjani's humorous comments about the potential for distressing one's jeans add a light-hearted touch to the conversation.
Hints of what's to come have already been dropped, with Arrowhead teasing a new item featuring a pointy end and a grippy section. The studio is set to unveil its next Warbond on May 8, with promises of "more exciting news" following shortly thereafter.
In a recent interview with IGN, Arrowhead's production director Alex Bolle expressed the studio's long-term vision for Helldivers 2. Bolle emphasized the team's commitment to evolving the game within a live environment, allowing for creative exploration of new systems. He reflected on his experience with live games, noting the excitement of adapting innovative elements from other games while staying true to Helldivers 2's unique identity. "The more we figure out how to thrive in a live environment... the more we can let creativity loose on new systems," Bolle shared, hinting at the potential for groundbreaking additions to the game.
As we approach next week's announcements, fans are advised to brace themselves—perhaps by bringing some extra pants. Arrowhead Game Studios is clearly gearing up to deliver content that will leave a lasting impression on the Helldivers 2 community.