Despite the decrease in the number of players, mainly after the controversy over requiring PSN account registration on computers, the developers of Helldivers 2 remain committed to releasing updates. These updates are not limited to new content to attract old and new players but also aim to improve existing elements of the game.
One of these improvements, according to Community Manager Twinbeard, is the enhancement of information on the Galactic Map. The map, essential for completing missions across the galaxy, will have clearer details about supply lines, making communication and strategy easier among players.
Exciting Galactic War Updates Coming to Helldivers 2
According to players, the Helldivers 2 map has several issues, with the main one being the lack of critical information, such as which planets are connected and their supply lines, which often complicates gameplay. Currently, this information can be accessed through third-party sites, but not all players have the time to study it.
Additionally, players point out other problems with the Galactic Map, some related to the lack of other information, such as how liberation and defense are calculated. Other complaints are about the unintuitive UI, which tends to hide some data from players while also confusing newcomers with its cluttered layout.
Fortunately, some of these complaints seem to be heard by the developers, as Twinbeard mentioned on Discord that “Can re-confirm that more visible info on the gal map def. is in the works.” However, he did not go into details about how or when these changes will be implemented or what specific information will be included.
Until we learn more about when these highly anticipated updates will be rolled out to the official Helldivers 2 servers, we need to first understand what is happening with the black hole that swallowed Meridia. It is apparently expanding in a concerning manner.
Arrowhead Also Plans to Enhance Communication
In addition to bringing updates to the Galactic Map, Arrowhead is also concerned with facilitating communication among players. In the same statement posted by Twinbeard on Discord, he mentioned that the company is “discussing various ways” to improve this aspect of the game.
For example, if you are not on Arrowhead’s Discord or do not have a group of friends who also venture through Helldivers 2, it is difficult to form a group to liberate planets across the galaxy. This is because the game lacks its own system, which can make coordinating players during missions challenging.
If you choose to play without a microphone, the difficulties increase further. Without one, you are limited to Helldivers 2’s ping system, which allows you to indicate some points of interest and threats on the map but in a very limited way compared to the capabilities of voice communication tools.
Arrowhead is listening to the community and is working on significant improvements for Helldivers 2, in addition to keeping players engaged with other updates that bring new content. What improvements or new game modes would you like to have in the game? Share your thoughts in the comments.
