Helldivers 2 Game Director Praises AC-8 Autocannon as Best Weapon Design

Helldivers 2 game director Johan Pilestedt praises the AC-8 Autocannon as the best-designed weapon in the highly anticipated third-person shooter game for the PS5. Its impressive design and well-balanced gameplay mechanics have earned it recognition among players.

Helldivers 2 Game Director Praises AC-8 Autocannon as Best Weapon Design

Helldivers 2, the highly anticipated third-person shooter game for the PS5, is generating excitement among fans with its powerful arsenal of weapons. Among these, the AC-8 Autocannon stands out as the game’s best-designed weapon, according to game director Johan Pilestedt.

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The AC-8 Autocannon is a Stratagem that becomes available from level 10 onwards in the game. Pilestedt expressed his delight on Twitter when a player praised the weapon for its interesting design, featuring an oversized charging handle and a top-loading fixed magazine from stripper clips. He acknowledged the hard work of the team and was thrilled that their efforts were receiving recognition. Pilestedt specifically mentioned animator ‘Frippe’ (Fredrik Eriksson) and head of product testing Patrik Lasota as the main drivers behind the weapon’s design, giving credit to everyone else who contributed.

However, the AC-8 Autocannon’s appeal goes beyond its aesthetics. During the game’s first major balance patch, one of the designers highlighted the Autocannon as an example of a well-balanced weapon. Its power and range are counterbalanced by the requirement to carry an ammo backpack or have a teammate assist with ammunition. This careful balance ensured that the Autocannon was not nerfed in the patch, unlike other weapons such as the Railgun and Breaker, which underwent significant changes.

In response to a fan request for a Guard Dog Flamethrower, a companion robot that could automatically spew flames at enemies (and potentially friends), Pilestedt cautioned players to be careful what they wished for. Although not confirmed, other developers at Arrowhead Game Studios expressed excitement about the idea, despite the potential chaos it could bring due to friendly fire being enabled at all times. If implemented, players may find themselves inadvertently frying their teammates.

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In conclusion, the AC-8 Autocannon has captured the attention of Helldivers 2 players and the game’s director alike. Its impressive design, coupled with its well-balanced gameplay mechanics, has earned it recognition as the team’s best weapon design. As fans eagerly await the game’s release, they can look forward to wielding this powerful weapon and experiencing the chaotic potential of a Guard Dog Flamethrower, should it become a reality.