"Helldivers 2: Navigating Microtransactions, Crossplay, and Battle Pass Rewards"

Helldivers 2's creative director, Johan Pilestedt, emphasizes the need for games to "earn the right to monetize," explaining the game's approach to microtransactions. While the game offers a paid battle pass with some exclusive items, Pilestedt assures that the core experience remains unaffected, with no pay-to-win elements. He also pledges that Arrowhead will never force microtransactions on players, emphasizing the importance of earning the right to monetize.