What can the gaming industry learn from Helldivers 2 success?

Helldivers 2 took the world by storm when it came out and continues to do well. Its 24-hour player peak stands at 233,132. On the other hand, other big releases like Skull and Bones and Suicide Squad Kill the Justice League have already dwindled away. SSKTJL recently saw the release of its first season, which didn't do a lot for the title, as its 24-hour player peak currently stands at 937.

A lot of people might wonder how a relatively unknown studio's game is doing so much better than offerings from industry giants Ubisoft and Rocksteady Studios. Well, Helldivers 2's success has been earned, and there is a lot that the gaming industry could learn from this title.

Helldivers 2's main focus is always on delivering a fun gameplay experience, which has taken a backseat when it comes to most recent titles. Also, games like Suicide Squad should take note of how great it is to see an enemy's arms fly off instead of a big purple damage number on the screen.

Helldivers 2 doesn't force its players to grind just for the sake of it, either. Every action you take or objective you complete has a meaning and never feels boring. Arrowhead Game Studios made sure the player's enjoyment would never be compromised, and its game has taken over the world because of this. More titles should follow suit and focus on delivering a fun experience.

Arrowhead Game Studios has priced its masterpiece at $39.99 for the base version, and the HD2 Super Citizen Edition comes in at $59.99. This is a welcome departure from the $70 to $100 price tags that seem to have become the norm. What's even more impressive is that Helldivers 2 is a live-service game and will continue to get content throughout its life cycle.

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