One enjoyable aspect of Helldivers 2 is that players can join random sessions with others and typically find a friendly group.

Since its Xbox release, the community has been exceptionally welcoming, with many new players expressing gratitude on Reddit for the support they received from the veteran players. “Xbox players are sounding off on Reddit to thank the veterans for their help,” Pilestedt said, recalling his recent experiences playing the game with his fiancée every night. “All the stories I read make my heart sing—this unity and friendship is why I make games and I look forward to a decade of Helldivers with you all.”

Currently, Pilestedt remains involved with the game as the studio’s leadership but has passed day-to-day game duties to Mikael Eriksson and Shams Jorjani. He is focused on directing Arrowhead’s next project, which remains under wraps.