"Helldivers 2 CEO Confirms Unchanging Friendly Fire and Unbelievable Physics"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PC Gamer

Helldivers 2's success is partly due to its commitment to friendly fire, adding consequence and emergent gameplay to the chaotic experience. Arrowhead Game Studios CEO Johan Pilestedt has stated that friendly fire will "never change," as it is integral to the game's identity. The game's popularity and unique mechanics continue to draw players into its galactic war setting, despite some grumbling from those who find it challenging.