Sony Proposed Helldivers 2 for Xbox, Says Arrowhead CEO
In a surprising turn of events, Shams Jorjani, the CEO of Arrowhead Game Studios, has revealed that it was Sony who first proposed bringing their popular title, Helldivers 2, to Xbox. This revelation comes after Arrowhead faced significant challenges and public backlash related to Sony's PlayStation Network (PSN) account linking policy, which caused considerable distress for the studio and its player base.
Jorjani's comments came in response to a fan who expressed gratitude for the upcoming Xbox version of the game. The CEO quickly clarified, stating, "This is all PlayStation. Give them credit. We just supported the idea." He further elaborated, adding that this move was "one of the coolest things the company has done," highlighting a positive collaboration amidst previous difficulties.
This news aligns with recent industry speculation, fueled by a PlayStation job vacancy, suggesting that Sony might be exploring a more aggressive strategy for porting its games to other platforms, including Xbox and Nintendo Switch. If true, this could mark a significant shift in Sony's long-standing console exclusivity approach.
Helldivers 2 is set to arrive on Xbox Series X|S on August 26, less than a month away, giving a wider audience the chance to join the fight against alien threats. However, for those hoping to jump in via subscription, the developers have confirmed there are no current plans to bring the game to Game Pass. This decision will undoubtedly be a relief for Xbox players eager to dive into the cooperative third-person shooter, further expanding the Helldivers community and potentially paving the way for more cross-platform considerations from Sony in the future.
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