Helldivers 2 Boss Happy That GTA 6 Is Skipping PC at Launch and There's No Online Right Away
Pretty much everyone expects the November launch of GTA 6 to dominate the world of entertainment — indeed that’s one of the reasons we have a September crush of video game releases. But according to the CEO of Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead, there are two very good reasons why developers shouldn’t be too worried.
Arrowhead boss Shams Jorjani expressed his contentment at GTA 6 forgoing a PC launch at its November debut, stating that it allows games like Helldivers 2 to maintain their dominance in the market. Speaking to IGN, Jorjani praised Rockstar's high-effort development while noting that their absence of an online component at launch creates an opportunity for Helldivers 2 to continue its strong performance.
Jorjani highlighted Rockstar's brand power and confidence, emphasizing that the studio's willingness to take a more traditional approach reflects their understanding of delivering a core game. Helldivers 2, a PlayStation Studios title, remains a staple on PC, where it boasts a dedicated fanbase even after two-and-a-half years since its launch.
Despite the upcoming launch of GTA 6, Jorjani suggested that long-standing Steam games with online play might prove more resilient than others. It's worth noting that GTA 6 will launch exclusively on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S in 2026, a decision that contrasts with Rockstar's usual practices but aligns with the studio's established approach.
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