Helldivers 2 developer Alexus Kravchenko explains that some game mechanics, like two-person weapons, may not be viable at the game's highest difficulties and are meant for "lulz and roleplay." Players have raised concerns about the downsides of these weapons, such as sacrificing strategem slots and vulnerability to attacks, but the developer acknowledges these issues without committing to urgent fixes. The game's philosophy seems to prioritize player choice over a strict meta, and while some mechanics may not work in every situation, players recently received a free Malevelon Creek cape in the game.
Helldivers 2 players are upset over the latest patch that nerfed the Slugger shotgun, reducing its stagger impact and damage. Players argue that the changes were unnecessary and have made the Slugger less effective compared to other weapons. Some question the developer's decision to reduce damage instead of addressing bullet drop-off over increased distances. The community is calling for improvements to other weapons rather than nerfing the competition.
Helldivers 2 players are mocking the game's newly unlocked mechs for their fragility and manufacturing flaws, with many experiencing them exploding upon deployment and encountering issues with self-inflicted damage. Despite the humor, some players have found positive uses for the mechs in combat, while the developer, Arrowhead Game Studios, has yet to comment on their quality.
The release of a patch for Helldivers 2 led to community outrage over weapon nerfs, exacerbated by dismissive comments from Arrowhead developers on Reddit. Fans criticized the studio for poor communication, prompting CEO Johan Pilestedt to denounce the behavior and take internal measures. Despite the controversy, Pilestedt confirmed the studio's independence and revealed the game's impressive revenue.
The Season 1 Reloaded update for Call of Duty: Warzone brings new features and weapons but also introduces major bugs affecting playability, including issues with loadout drops, crashing, visual bugs, and a "Fetching Data" loop. The developer is investigating these issues and has responded to reports of killstreak notifications not working. The update also includes new content for Modern Warfare 3, such as the Rio map, Ranked Play, and a crossover with The Boys.
