Arrowhead Game Studios is finally opening up—just a little—about what might come after Helldivers 2, and fans have reason to be excited. While the studio isn’t gearing up to release a new title anytime soon, it’s already thinking ahead, shaping the early foundations of its next project.
The Studio Behind a Surprise Phenomenon
Arrowhead exploded into the mainstream after the incredible success of Helldivers 2. What started as a risky shift in genre for the franchise turned into one of the biggest live-service hits of the year. The studio has since been juggling updates, controversies, player expectations, and the responsibilities of maintaining a massively popular online game.
Despite the challenges, Helldivers 2 continues to thrive, powered by a fiercely loyal community. Naturally, this has sparked curiosity about what Arrowhead plans to do once it moves beyond the Helldivers universe.
Arrowhead Says Its Next Game Will Carry Helldivers DNA
Speaking with GamesRadar+ at the Golden Joystick Awards 2025, CCO Johan Pilestedt offered the first real hints about the studio’s future plans. According to Pilestedt, the next Arrowhead game will feel familiar to fans of Helldivers 2.
He explained that the team is “looking to continue the legacy of what we’ve created already.” He went on to say the upcoming project “won’t be something that’s too far off from Helldivers,” making it clear that longtime players will recognize the studio’s signature style and creative identity.
For fans who fell in love with the explosive action and team-focused gameplay of Helldivers 2, this message will come as a relief. After all, the dramatic shift in gameplay between Helldivers 1 and 2 was a gamble—one that paid off spectacularly.
Don’t Expect the Next Game Soon
Even with the excitement brewing, Pilestedt emphasized that the project is still in its earliest stages. In fact, he described this phase as his favorite part of development: assembling a fresh team, breaking down creative barriers, and discovering what they want to build together.
That means patience will be key. The studio isn’t rushing, and fans likely won’t see a reveal for quite some time.
No Helldivers 3 on the Horizon
Back in September 2025, Arrowhead confirmed it had no plans for Helldivers 3. Earlier comments from the team also hinted that continued updates and expansions for Helldivers 2 might effectively make it its own sequel over time.
While some fans may be disappointed, this opens the door for Arrowhead to grow beyond the Helldivers label and explore new creative ground—without being boxed in by immediate sequel expectations.
Whatever the next title turns out to be, one thing is clear: the studio wants to evolve while staying true to the core elements that made Helldivers 2 such a breakout success.
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