Helldivers 2 Creator Rejects Crossovers to Preserve Game's Identity
Johan Pilestedt, Arrowhead Game Studios' CCO, believes crossovers with major franchises would dilute Helldivers 2's unique experience.
Overview
- Helldivers 2 has been compared to several popular sci-fi franchises, but its creator opposes crossover collaborations.
- Johan Pilestedt, Arrowhead's CCO, listed franchises like Star Wars and Warhammer 40k as tempting but ultimately unsuitable for crossovers.
- Pilestedt argues that incorporating too many external IPs would compromise the game's core identity and player experience.
- Despite fan interest, Pilestedt maintains that Helldivers 2 should focus on expanding its own content rather than pursuing crossovers.
- Arrowhead Game Studios is working on technical improvements and new content to maintain player engagement in Helldivers 2.