Helldivers 2 Players Name City 'Gun,' CEO Reacts Like Someone Who Just Found a Bug in Their Spell
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Helldivers 2 players overwhelmingly voted to name a rebuilt city 'Gun,' leading to a delightfully awkward response from the CEO, who seems to be hoping Super Earth's 'managed democracy' might intervene. Whether it sticks or not, it’s a bloody hilarious example of player engagement gone wild.
Right, so the brave citizens of Super Earth have spoken, and their choice for the rebuilt city of Remembrance? 'Gun.' Just 'Gun.' You know, the thing you shoot aliens with. Not 'Peacegun,' not 'Gunlandia,' just... 'Gun.'
According to Game Rant, Arrowhead Game Studios, in their infinite wisdom (or perhaps a moment of chaotic inspiration), let players vote on the new city's name after the recent Battle of Super Earth. The options ranged from the vaguely poetic ('Winds of Change of Tides of War') to the slightly ominous ('Peacebeacon's Bloodlight'). But, of course, gamers being gamers, 'Gun' absolutely dominated, snagging a whopping 72% of the 85,000+ votes. Fair dinkum, that's commitment to the bit.
Now, you might be thinking, 'Surely, they wouldn't actually go with 'Gun,' would they?' That's what one brave soul asked Arrowhead CEO Shams Jorjani directly on the Helldivers 2 Discord. Jorjani's response? A wonderfully diplomatic, "I really don't know where we are with that. I personally hope we go the managed democracy route and pick something else." Which, let's be honest, sounds like someone who just realized their perfectly crafted spell has a *slight* chance of turning the kingdom into a giant cheese wheel.
But hold on, there's a glimmer of hope for all you 'Gun' enthusiasts! Jorjani followed up with, "the people have spoken." Which, in the context of Helldivers 2's satirical 'managed democracy,' could mean absolutely anything. It's like saying 'the algorithm has decided' – technically true, but someone's still pulling the levers behind the curtain.
Here's the thing: Arrowhead has done a brilliant job of keeping Helldivers 2 fresh with these kinds of player-driven events. It's not just about shooting bugs (though there's plenty of that, obviously); it's about feeling like you're actually part of a living, breathing – and often exploding – universe. And letting the players name a city 'Gun,' even if it's slightly ridiculous, is a testament to that.
So, what does this all mean? Well, it's a good reminder that gamers, when given the chance, will always choose the most hilarious option. It also highlights Arrowhead's commitment to player engagement, even if it means potentially having to explain to future generations why a major metropolitan area is named after a firearm. It’s a gamble that seems to be paying off, too, as talk of a Helldivers 3 is still a long way off, so Arrowhead will keep milking this democracy-driven satire for the foreseeable future.
Ultimately, whether 'Gun' becomes a reality or not, this whole saga is a win for Helldivers 2. It's generated buzz, it's kept players engaged, and it's proven that sometimes, the best way to build a community is to let them name things after weapons. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm off to petition for 'Exploding Space Hamster' to be the name of the next galactic cruiser.
Tags: Helldivers 2, Gaming News, Player Choice, Humor, Arrowhead Game Studios
Original article: Game Rant