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NO, SONY HASN'T BOUGHT HELLDIVERS 2 DEV

Mar 06, 2024 10:16 AM

Despite rumors, Arrowhead Game Studios, the developers of the popular cooperative shooter game Helldivers 2, have not been acquired by Sony. The speculation about the acquisition started spreading online after a tweet by a known insider. This was eventually debunked by Arrowhead's CEO Johan Pilestedt, who humorously responded on Twitter, noting the use of an old studio logo in the false claim. Helldivers 2 continues to gain attention for its strong player base and new content, such as hints at upcoming mechs and multi-person vehicles. The game builds on the success of its predecessor, leveraging positive word-of-mouth in the gaming community. Players looking for more information on Helldivers 2 can find useful tips and guides to enhance their gameplay experience.

Has Arrowhead Game Studios been bought by Sony?

No, Arrowhead Game Studios has not been acquired by Sony, as confirmed by the studio's CEO Johan Pilestedt.

Helldivers, developed by Arrowhead Game Studios, is a strategic shooter game set in a satirical and dystopian future where players work as part of an elite unit known as the "Helldivers." Designed for both single-player and cooperative play, Helldivers was first released on PlayStation platforms but later expanded to include a PC version. The game is known for its challenging gameplay, procedurally generated levels, and the requirement for players to strategize effectively with a variety of weapons and equipment to achieve success in missions.



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Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-03-06 10:30:03
Man, that rumor about Arrowhead Game Studios being acquired by Sony really got the gaming community buzzing It's great to see the CEO clarify things with a sense of humor. Helldivers 2 sounds like it's shaping up to be an exciting continuation of the series, especially with those hints about mechs and multi-person vehicles - can't wait to see how that plays out
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-03-06 10:24:03
I love how Arrowhead's CEO handled the Sony acquisition rumors with a good dose of humor. It's great to see the attention and new content for Helldivers 2 keeping the player base engaged. Can't wait to see those mechs and multi-person vehicles in action
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