In response to an unexpected surge in demand, Arrowhead Studios have once again boosted server capacity to accommodate up to 800,000 concurrent players (CCU). The move comes after the game experienced prolonged queues due to a remarkable increase in players purchasing the co-op shooter.
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Server Upgrade Announcement
CEO Johan Pilestedt took to X to announce the imminent upgrade, expressing confidence that the Helldivers 2 servers would reach the 800,000 CCU maximum capacity within a few hours. This adjustment follows a previous increase in concurrent player capacity to address high demand during peak hours. The queues for Helldivers 2 have consistently been at maximum capacity, a notable feat considering the game's unexpected success in surpassing player counts of renowned titles like God of War, once a pinnacle of PlayStation's Steam launches.
Consistent Efforts to Tackle Queue Times
Arrowhead Studios has been proactive in addressing the persistent queue times, rolling out multiple patches to enhance the number of players able to enjoy the game simultaneously. Despite these efforts, Pilestedt acknowledged the possibility of "light queues" but assured players that the studio is actively working to optimize the server performance. Notably, Pilestedt highlighted the impressive response from the gaming community, emphasizing the achievement for a relatively small team of around 100 developers.
Beyond server capacity enhancements, Arrowhead Studios is not solely focused on resolving queue-related issues. In response to a query on social media, Pilestedt mentioned that while some developers are dedicated to server optimizations, others are working on "some real cool stuff."
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