Summary
It is no secret thatHelldivers 2has taken the gaming industry by storm. Millions of players have signed up to spread managed democracy throughout the galaxy, and so far, it does not seem like the game is slowing down. Not only does it have a fantastic aesthetic, but theHelldivers 2gameplay loop has proven extremely satisfying. Now that Arrowhead can focus on delivering exciting post-launch content, there is one thing that could really shake up that experience for the better.
As of now,Helldivers 2is focused on having players land on occupied planets, complete objectives, and take out enemies as they try to escape. It is a constant rinse-and-repeat cycle with slight variations in the mission type. While that seems like it could get boring, Arrowhead has plans to inject all sorts of life into it with new enemies, strategems, and major orders to work towards. Even though that all sounds intriguing, the studio may also want to consider adopting one ofCall of Duty’s fan-favorite modessometime in the future.
Helldivers 2 Could Take Call of Duty’s Best Mode for a Spin
CoD: Zombies Has Been a Fantastic Ride
The focus ofCall of Dutymay be on its fast-paced multiplayer, butever sinceCall of Duty: World at War, its Zombies mode has become a mainstay. What started as a simple round-based mode that saw players take on zombies has evolved into a massive experience complete with countless unique items, wild mechanics, and even a narrative that ties some of them together. As of now, 11 different games have explored the concept, with each putting its own unique spin on the idea.
While there may be many unique takes on the concept, the core Zombies experience has mostly stayed the sameacrossCall of Dutytitles. Players are thrust onto a gloomy map, given a pistol, and told to survive against a zombie onslaught. With each wave, that onslaught grows stronger, but so do the players. As they beat back the hordes, they earn money that can be spent on new weapons, special perks, or as a means to expand the map further. This loop will then usually continue until players can fight on no longer. However, there are also some maps in laterCall of Dutygames that have various Easter Egg endings if players know what they are doing.
There is a Ton of Potential for a Helldivers 2 Zombies Mode
This mode has proven extremely popular withCall of Dutyfans, and it is something thatHelldivers 2could really benefit from. The current gameplay loop is a lot of fun, with there being little reason to change it. That being said, the addition of a horde mode could liven up the experience even more while also giving players more flexibility to play the game how they want. Already, it has the elements of aCall of DutyZombies-like game; Arrowhead just has to add rounds to the mix.
Players could get dropped onto a planet with nothing put their sidearm. They would then have tobeat back hordes of Automatons or Terminidsto earn better gear. They could purchase new weapons, armor perks, and even strategems. Additionally, players would be able to expand further into the planet and maybe unlock things like artillery. Just like with Zombies, this mode could go on forever with each wave getting increasingly more difficult– or, the studio could give players an objective to strive for before they can leave the planet, like surviving a certain number of rounds.
While the focus ofHelldivers 2’s post-launch content should be on delivering new enemy types, strategems, and events to interact with, if Arrowhead has the time, then it should really consider adopting a round-based mode as well. This could simply be another mission type that spawns on the planets, or it could be an entirely new way to interact with the game. Whatever the case may be, its inclusion could be a fantastic addition to the formula.
Helldivers 2
WHERE TO PLAY
Do you believe in freedom? Can you stand in the face of oppression – and defend the defenceless? Wage war for peace. Die for democracy.Join forces with up to three friends and wreak havoc on an alien scourge threatening the safety of your home planet, Super Earth, in this multiplayer co-op shooter for PS5 and PC from Arrowhead Game Studios.Step into the boots of the Helldivers, an elite class of soldiers whose mission is to spread peace, liberty and Managed Democracy using the biggest, baddest and most explosive tools in the galaxy.Helldivers don’t go planet side without proper backup, but it’s up to you to decide how and when to call it in. Not only do you have a host of superpowered primary weapons and customizable loadouts, you also have the ability to call on stratagems during play.Helldivers 2 features Arrowhead’s best cooperative gameplay yet. Collaboration will be vital: Teams will synergize on loadouts, strategize their approach for each mission and complete objectives together.1Enlist in Super Earth’s premier military peacekeeping force today. We are heroes… we are legends… WE ARE HELLDIVERS.
