Posted 3/4/2024, 1:08:03 AM
Helldivers 2 Inspired by Creativity of Tabletop RPGs, Focused on Diverse Weapons and Emergent Gameplay
- Arrowhead CEO says Helldivers 2 was inspired by emergent gameplay and creativity of tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons
- Wanted to recreate the memorable, shareable moments that happen organically in tabletop sessions
- Focused on diverse, authentic weapon design to enable creativity, like the unpredictable arc thrower and moddable railgun
- Success of games like Helldivers 2 and Baldur's Gate 3 shows demand for systems-driven, player-created experiences
- Arrowhead keeping emergent gameplay as a priority as they continue developing Helldivers 2