Helldivers 2 showcases the destruction of war but is leaning towards more the science fiction route, and Arrowhead Game Studios CEO Johan Pilestedt played coy about a specific weapon that is highly requested by the gaming community.
Fans are on the frontlines in the Galactic War and they have some ideas on how to shift the tide while Pilestedt may integrate the Gatling gun if they can do an accurate representation of its powerful recoil.
Fans Are Requesting The Addition Of The Gatling Gun In Helldivers 2
Soldiers need an insane amount of firepower in the middle of a gunfight, especially if they are going up against extraterrestrials with unparalleled force. The Gatling gun is an iconic weapon that is seen in various forms of media and depicted as the ultimate weapon, and fans want to get their hands on it and destroy aliens in Helldivers 2, but Pilestedt is considering other factors before placing a powerful weapon in the game.
Players shared their sentiments regarding the addition of a Gatling gun and joked that it would run out of ammo as fast as a player unloads it on an enemy and Pilestedt responded by having an ally carry an extra drum as a potential feature.
Yeah, or team mate carry drum… Something cool.
— Pilestedt (@Pilestedt) March 25, 2024
Arrowhead Game Studios is committed to delivering an immersive and balanced game which is why they also previously nerfed the powerful railgun for the sake of balance. Pilestedt also prioritizes adding features to weapons so that it won’t make a player feel as if they are invincible, the point of Helldivers 2 is not just about fighting aliens with a fraction of their power but to encourage teamwork.
Johan Pilestedt Won’t Add The Perfect Gatling Gun To Helldivers 2
In a perfect world, having a Gatling gun without any drawbacks would be the best weapon in a game like Helldivers 2, and despite being set in a science fiction world, Arrowhead Studios is aiming for a closer depiction of reality. Passionate fans often share ideas with the developers through their interactions across various social media platforms, but the developers can’t always cater to their wants because they will outweigh the game’s needs.
It is always best to have the biggest stick in combat, it can give an edge against the opponents but will be putting a player at risk for an overinflated ego. Pilestedt is eager to let a player feel how weak they are and makes it more so by nerfing weapons and adding specific features like limited ammunition or incredible recoil.
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Discipline is essential in war and Helldivers 2 sets the perfect example of teaching players restraint and control. It may seem like the game isn’t for the faint of heart or those who are expecting a smooth match but the game is not designed just for a fun time but as a learning experience that players can’t always rely on their most powerful gear in their loadout.
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