

Talking Galactic Wars and Live Service in Helldivers 2 with Maria Cornelius
Nov 21, 2024
In this chat, Maria Cornelius, Chief Product Officer at Arrowhead Game Studios, shares her journey from Spotify to game development. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship and team dynamics in her career. Maria discusses the challenges of creating 'Helldivers 2,' balancing community feedback with game design, and the transition to a live service model. She also highlights the need for innovative features and meaningful monetization strategies to keep players engaged and excited about the ongoing galactic war.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Intro
00:00 • 4min
Nostalgia and Growth in Gaming
03:50 • 17min
Navigating Change: A Journey of Growth
20:58 • 15min
Vision-Driven Game Development
36:01 • 8min
Navigating Development Challenges with Publisher Collaboration
44:01 • 2min
Restructuring and Role Definition in Gaming Development
46:26 • 4min
From Launch to Live: The Journey of Helldivers
50:29 • 14min
Embracing Surprise and Delight in Game Development
01:04:40 • 3min