"Balance is a myth" reckons Helldivers 2 director Pilestedt, adding that if "you're an idiot" if you view smoothing out all the chaos as "the method for success"

Balancing has been one of the hottest topics during Helldivers 2's rollercoaster lifespan to this point - an endless source of debate and controversy among players, especially whenever Arrowhead's been seen to deliver more nerfs than buffs. However, the game's director doesn't reckon trying to strike a perfect balance is something devs should focus too heavily on, because it's a "myth". Read more

Mar 20, 2025 - 12:02

"Balance is a myth" reckons Helldivers 2 director Pilestedt, adding that if "you're an idiot" if you view smoothing out all the chaos as "the method for success"

Balancing has been one of the hottest topics during Helldivers 2's rollercoaster lifespan to this point - an endless source of debate and controversy among players, especially whenever Arrowhead's been seen to deliver more nerfs than buffs. However, the game's director doesn't reckon trying to strike a perfect balance is something devs should focus too heavily on, because it's a "myth".