It\\'s worth recalling that Helldivers 2 holds the title of the fastest-selling PlayStation Studios game ever, with an incredible 12 million copies sold within just 12 weeks. This record is unlikely to be surpassed by any other first-party Sony game. Since its explosive launch, the game has faced numerous challenges, including a controversial reversal on PSN account requirements on Steam, review-bomb campaigns, and a community often at odds with the game itself due to fluctuating nerfs and buffs.

Despite these hurdles, Arrowhead has been navigating the complexities of managing a significantly larger and more mainstream player base than ever before. Now, 14 months post-launch on PC and PlayStation 5, it\\'s intriguing to consider how Arrowhead reflects on these experiences. Has the studio begun to master the demanding world of live-service gaming? Following their collaboration with Killzone, could a Warhammer 40,000 partnership be on the horizon?

IGN had the opportunity to discuss these questions and more with Alex Bolle, the production director of Helldivers 2, to delve deeper into Arrowhead\\'s journey and future aspirations.

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Helldivers 2 Set for Long-Term Success, Warhammer 40,000 Collab Considered

by Audrey Apr 12,2025

Helldivers 2's remarkable journey continues to impress, as it recently clinched two BAFTA Game Awards: Best Multiplayer and Best Music, out of a total of five nominations. This accolade marks the end of a successful awards season, capping off a stellar year for the Swedish developer Arrowhead.

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

It's worth recalling that Helldivers 2 holds the title of the fastest-selling PlayStation Studios game ever, with an incredible 12 million copies sold within just 12 weeks. This record is unlikely to be surpassed by any other first-party Sony game. Since its explosive launch, the game has faced numerous challenges, including a controversial reversal on PSN account requirements on Steam, review-bomb campaigns, and a community often at odds with the game itself due to fluctuating nerfs and buffs.

Despite these hurdles, Arrowhead has been navigating the complexities of managing a significantly larger and more mainstream player base than ever before. Now, 14 months post-launch on PC and PlayStation 5, it's intriguing to consider how Arrowhead reflects on these experiences. Has the studio begun to master the demanding world of live-service gaming? Following their collaboration with Killzone, could a Warhammer 40,000 partnership be on the horizon?

IGN had the opportunity to discuss these questions and more with Alex Bolle, the production director of Helldivers 2, to delve deeper into Arrowhead's journey and future aspirations.

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