Arrowhead Game Studios, the developer behind Helldivers 2, has recently welcomed a new CEO, Shams Jorjani. With the change in leadership, Jorjani has taken the opportunity to introduce himself to the community and outline his vision for the studio moving forward. In a recent message on Reddit and the game’s official Discord, Jorjani has made it clear that Arrowhead is focused on meeting the demands of the community and providing more frequent updates.
Jorjani acknowledges the high demand for updates and content from the community, stating that the studio is working towards delivering “MOAR” in terms of new content and features for Helldivers 2. He recognizes that Arrowhead may have been struggling to keep up with the insatiable appetite for more gameplay experiences within the community and is committed to setting up the studio in a sustainable way to address this issue.
One of Jorjani’s key focuses is to strike a balance between meeting the demands for updates and ensuring the sustainable growth of the studio. He mentions that Arrowhead is currently understaffed to adequately meet the needs of the community but is working towards finding a pace for growth that will allow them to create more quality content for the players. Jorjani emphasizes the importance of measured growth that will enable the studio to develop amazing games while still providing a positive work environment for its employees.
New Role for Outgoing CEO
As Johan Pilestedt transitions out of the CEO position, Jorjani has outlined a new role for him within the studio. Pilestedt will be focusing on creating new games and prototypes, collaborating closely with the game director, and mentoring other designers and developers within the studio. Jorjani describes Pilestedt as the “Obi-wan” to many “Lukes” in the studio, highlighting his invaluable contribution to the development of new projects.
Jorjani reassures the community that the studio’s commitment to clear and regular communication remains unchanged. He emphasizes the importance of keeping players informed about the studio’s progress, future updates, and upcoming projects. Jorjani’s dedication to transparent communication is evident in his lengthy Reddit post, where he shares insights into his background with Arrowhead and his commitment to addressing player feedback effectively.
Arrowhead Game Studios is entering a new era with Shams Jorjani at the helm. The studio’s renewed focus on meeting the demands of the community, sustainable growth, and clear communication sets a positive tone for the future of Arrowhead. With Jorjani’s leadership and commitment to delivering quality content, players can look forward to an exciting roadmap of updates and improvements for Helldivers 2.
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