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.