The controversy surrounding PlayStation Network’s (PSN) account-linking mandate might be fading from memory for most gamers, but for the Helldivers 2 community, it remains a sore spot. Earlier this year, the mandate led to a wave of negative reviews on Steam, causing a major stir.
While many have moved on, one recent Reddit post talked about a promise that the then-CEO of Arrowhead Game Studios, Johan Pilestedt made. There were ideas of a review bomb cape item that could be added in-game. And Pilestedt eagerly promised that it would be added to the game.
Arrowhead’s Ex-CEO Johan Pilestedt’s Promise to Helldivers 2 Players
In response to Helldivers 2 being review bombed on Steam due to the PSN mandate, players suggested immortalizing the negative review graph as a cape.
This idea caught the attention of Arrowhead Game Studios, with Johan Pilestedt, the game’s director, teasing its development.
Also, the accidental cape design is pretty cool. From a community member…. The team is taking about a good name for it right now.
However, despite confirming its completion, Arrowhead has yet to release the cape, citing the need for the “right time.“
This revelation has been met with mixed feelings; while some players are relieved to know the cape exists, others are frustrated by the prolonged wait. The community’s patience is wearing thin, as they feel this promise has been sidelined.
Some speculate that Arrowhead is waiting for the controversy to subside completely, while others believe the studio is strategically timing the release to coincide with a significant game update or event.
Is The Review Bomb Cape Actually Coming?
The PSN mandate itself remains a sore point for many. The restriction, which blocked access to Helldivers 2 in numerous regions, has not been lifted. This has led to ongoing debates about the fairness and logic behind Sony’s decision.
Some argue that the move was purely driven by business interests, while others believe it was a misguided attempt to streamline the gaming experience.
The community’s persistence in recalling the cape demonstrates a deeper discontent with how corporate decisions affect the gaming experience. While most gamers have moved on, a vocal segment continues to remind Arrowhead and Sony of the promise made.
Despite the controversy, Helldivers 2 continues to thrive, thanks in part to recent updates and patches. Arrowhead’s dedication to improving the game has been well-received by the community, even as the debate over the review bomb cape persists.
Johan Pilestedt’s recent comments have rekindled hope among players, who eagerly await the cape’s release. The game’s recent success with the Viper Commandos Warbond has made players hopeful again for the game.
As the controversy fades from the broader public memory, the Helldivers 2 community continues to hold onto the promise made by Pilestedt.
The alleged existence and promise of the cape reminds players of the power of their collective voice and the importance of developers fulfilling their commitments. Do you think players are actually getting the review bomb cape? Let us know in the comments below!
