Helldivers 2 Wants to Live Forever
Helldivers 2 has gained a large player base with its co-op experience since its release. However, the studio’s latest statement has sparked mixed reactions within the community. Arrowhead announced that they are not considering a sequel like Helldivers 3, but instead aim to support the current title for years to come. The studio aims to make Helldivers 2 a long-lasting “forever game,” similar to RuneScape.
A “Forever Game” Plan for Helldivers 2
Arrowhead’s statement may seem positive to players at first glance. Supporting a beloved game with constant updates means providing new content and improvements in the long term. However, the prevailing reaction within the community is that this plan could be risky. Many players believe that not having a sequel will limit the series.
The game’s current technical state, in particular, raises doubts about these plans. The community points out that Helldivers 2’s engine is already outdated and that performance issues are increasing daily. In discussions on Reddit, constant crashes and technical issues following updates cast a shadow over the idea of a “long-term game.”
Some players describe Arrowhead’s approach as “building a sandcastle.” They argue that the game’s current infrastructure cannot survive for many years, and that the project will collapse without an engine upgrade or major technical improvements.
The example of Destiny 2 is frequently brought up in the community. Similarly, Destiny 2, which received years of support but has been criticized for its content management and technical issues, reinforces concerns that a similar scenario could occur with Helldivers 2.
Arrowhead aims to make Helldivers 2 a long-lasting brand. However, achieving this vision will require not only delivering new content but also strengthening the technical foundation. This is exactly what players expect: May Helldivers 2 live forever, but on a solid foundation.
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