At the Game Developers Conference, Arrowhead's Johan Pilestedt opened up about the nearly eight-year development of Helldivers 2. What began as a four-year plan turned into a lengthy saga after the team skipped key pre-production steps. Pilestedt stressed the need for solid planning and encouraged developers to embrace risks to foster innovation. Helldivers 2's success not only thrilled players but also highlights the challenges behind game development and the importance of strategic foresight.
Published on: 3/20/2025
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