Let\\'s not forget, Helldivers 2 holds the record as the fastest-selling PlayStation Studios game ever, with an impressive 12 million copies sold in just 12 weeks. This milestone is unlikely to be surpassed by any first-party Sony-developed game. Since its explosive launch, the game has seen its share of ups and downs, including a controversial reversal on PSN account requirements on Steam, review-bomb campaigns, and a community often at odds with the game itself over the balance of nerfs and buffs.

Throughout these challenges, Arrowhead has had to navigate the complexities of managing a much larger and more mainstream playerbase than ever before. Now, 14 months after Helldivers 2\\'s launch on PC and PlayStation 5, the developer reflects on its journey. Has Arrowhead finally mastered the demanding world of live-service gaming? Following their collaboration with Killzone, could a partnership with Warhammer 40,000 be on the horizon?

IGN had the opportunity to sit down with Alex Bolle, the production director of Helldivers 2, to delve deeper into these questions and more.

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Arrowhead Aims for Helldivers 2 Longevity, Eyes Warhammer 40,000 Collaboration

by Julian Apr 17,2025

Helldivers 2 continues to dominate the gaming world, having just secured two prestigious BAFTA Game Awards: Best Multiplayer and Best Music, out of five nominations. These accolades mark the end of a successful awards season for the Swedish developer Arrowhead, capping off a truly remarkable year.

Helldivers 2 accepts the win for Multiplayer at the #BAFTAGamesAwards ✨ pic.twitter.com/rYWwyc1KGR
— BAFTA Games (@BAFTAGames) April 8, 2025

Let's not forget, Helldivers 2 holds the record as the fastest-selling PlayStation Studios game ever, with an impressive 12 million copies sold in just 12 weeks. This milestone is unlikely to be surpassed by any first-party Sony-developed game. Since its explosive launch, the game has seen its share of ups and downs, including a controversial reversal on PSN account requirements on Steam, review-bomb campaigns, and a community often at odds with the game itself over the balance of nerfs and buffs.

Throughout these challenges, Arrowhead has had to navigate the complexities of managing a much larger and more mainstream playerbase than ever before. Now, 14 months after Helldivers 2's launch on PC and PlayStation 5, the developer reflects on its journey. Has Arrowhead finally mastered the demanding world of live-service gaming? Following their collaboration with Killzone, could a partnership with Warhammer 40,000 be on the horizon?

IGN had the opportunity to sit down with Alex Bolle, the production director of Helldivers 2, to delve deeper into these questions and more.

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