Helldivers 2 has exceeded half a million concurrent players, prompting Arrowhead Studios CEO Shams Jorjani to reference a previous humorous remark that evolved into a popular meme. As reported by VideoGamer, Jorjani playfully urged players on Discord to `stop getting so excited` when announcing the impressive milestone of 500,490 simultaneous users enjoying the third-person shooter.
Earlier in the year, Jorjani had teased Helldivers 2 enthusiasts on Discord, suggesting they would be `thrilled beyond words` about upcoming game developments, a comment highlighted by GamesRadar. This remark quickly gained traction on the game`s subreddit, turning “pants-excitement” into an inside joke that Jorjani seemingly embraces.
The significant surge in Helldivers 2`s player base is largely attributed to its recent launch on Xbox Series X|S. Additionally, the game features a Halo: ODST crossover, although using the Halo assault rifle has reportedly caused some game stability issues, which Arrowhead is currently working to resolve.
Interestingly, PlayStation and Xbox exchanged exclusive titles on August 26. While Helldivers 2 became available on Xbox, Gears of War: Reloaded made its debut on PS5, introducing its iconic chainsaw guns and the Locust enemies to PlayStation for the first time in the franchise`s two-decade history.
Looking ahead, the future holds an “Into the Unjust” update for Helldivers 2, scheduled for September 2, which will send player squads beneath the surface to confront Terminid swarms. For deeper insights, readers can refer to GameSpot`s comprehensive review of Helldivers 2, a game originally launched on PS5 and PC in February 2024.