Helldivers 2 CEO Shams Jorjani has commented on the possibility of adding split-screen co-op to the popular action game. A game like Helldivers 2 is best enjoyed in co-op, so split-screen could be a massive game-changer for certain players.
Since its launch in early 2024, Helldivers 2 has enjoyed a steady flow of updates from developer Arrowhead Game Studios. The studio generally has its finger on the pulse of what its community is looking for, which is why Helldivers 2 is an example of live-service done right. Many of these updates come directly from fans communicating with the studio, and it really taking the effort to listen and act on these community wants.
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Helldivers 2 CEO Isn't Sure Players Really Want Split-Screen Co-Op
Over on the Helldivers 2 Discord server, Arrowhead Game Studios CEO Shams Jorjani responded to a fan who asked whether the game would ever receive split-screen functionality. According to Jorjani, "its technically feasible but I have no idea if its a feature ppl really want." He also described it as being "on our 'to investigate' list" for the future. For anyone wanting to play one of the best co-op games of the decade with a friend in split-screen, this could be interpreted as either good or bad news. It's far from a "no" from Jorjani, but it doesn't sound like players should expect it any time soon, if it arrives at all.
Jorjani's role in the Helldivers 2 Discord is fascinating and refreshing in equal measure. He's there on a nearly daily basis, responding to fan requests for new Helldivers 2 features and offering unique insights into the game's ongoing development. It's rare to see a studio CEO offer such a direct line to fans in this way, but it's ultimately part of why the game is such a success. It's a great way to make players feel as though their voices are actually being heard by the studio. Too often, video game feedback falls on deaf ears, but not with Helldivers 2.
Helldivers 2 is currently enjoying a major player count spike following its Xbox release. Although the game has been ticking along well over the last 18 months, there's no doubt that bringing Xbox players into the fold has allowed the game to benefit from renewed momentum, arriving alongside the incredibly cool Halo: ODST collaboration. The game is showing no signs of slowing down any time soon, and seemingly has an exciting future ahead.
Helldivers 2
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 83 /100 Critics Rec: 91%
- Released
- February 8, 2024
- ESRB
- Mature 17+ / Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, In-Game Purchases, Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- Arrowhead Game Studios, Nixxes
- Publisher(s)
- Sony Interactive Entertainment, PlayStation Publishing
WHERE TO PLAY
- Engine
- bitsquid
- Genre(s)
- Third-Person Shooter, Extraction Shooter, Action, Science Fiction
