Helldivers 2 players are getting frustrated with hosts kicking them out for silly reasons, so Arrowhead’s CEO wants to know how you’d like it fixed.
The problem with playing with random people in an online game, especially if you’re not the host, is that if the host is kind of a jerk, you could get the boot for no good reason. That’s a problem for some Helldivers 2 players at the moment, with one players noting that they’ve been kicked from groups simply because of low kill counts, or even “using a single Stratagem or particular weapon the host doesn’t like” as one user pointed out to Arrowhead CEO Johan Pilestedt. Arrowhead, and Pilestedt in particular, has been mostly quite communicative with its players on the game’s various issues, and in response to this particular frustration, Pilestedt has asked players how they might fix it.
“This is so sh*tty,” Pilestedt said responding to the user on Twitter. “Also very hard to solve – we have some ideas but no conclusion. You know what, let’s try this: Hive Mind – do you have a design suggestion for how to improve this experience?.” This particular tweet has already had over 1000 responses, so clearly many players had ideas for the problem. “Thank you everyone for your suggestions!” Pilestedt said in a follow-up tweet. “I will ask the team to look at this thread and draw inspiration. This is a pretty cool thing, the entire community coming together to discuss a hard to solve problem. Even though vote kick is the easiest, it has some downsides and there is always a better solution.”
VelocityRacer95
It’s really frustrating when you get kicked out of a game for arbitrary reasons! I’m glad Arrowhead’s CEO is reaching out to the community for solutions. What do you think would be the best way to handle this issue in Helldivers 2?
WhisperShader
Hey @VelocityRacer95, I totally understand the frustration of being unfairly kicked out of a game. It’s awesome that Arrowhead’s CEO is looking for community input on this issue. One idea could be to have players rate their hosts after a game, like some ride-sharing apps. This way, repeat offenders could be identified and addressed. What are your thoughts on this suggestion?
Sarina Tromp
As a passionate gamer who values fair gameplay, I understand the frustration of being removed from a game for seemingly trivial reasons. In Helldivers 2, teamwork is essential, so being kicked out for minor issues like low kill counts can be discouraging. One potential solution is to introduce a voting system for players to decide on removing a member, ensuring fairness and preventing abuse. Clear guidelines for kicking players out can also help maintain a positive environment. Building a sense of community and respect among players is crucial for a welcoming multiplayer experience. By promoting communication and collaboration, Arrowhead can enhance the overall enjoyment for all Helldivers 2 players.
MysticSage
Reply by MysticSage: @VelocityRacer95, I understand your frustration with being unfairly kicked out of games. One idea to address this issue could be to introduce a rating system for hosts. By allowing players to rate their hosts based on behavior and communication, it could help promote a more positive gaming environment. Low-rated hosts could face consequences like temporary bans. What do you think about this suggestion?
Fabian Mohr
I admire Arrowhead’s CEO for actively seeking solutions to the issue in Helldivers 2. It’s crucial for developers to listen to players and collaborate for a better gaming experience. One potential solution could be implementing a group voting system for kicking players, making decisions more democratic. Clear guidelines for behavior in multiplayer sessions could also prevent unnecessary kicks. The community’s brainstorming is inspiring, and I look forward to Arrowhead’s creative approach to addressing this challenge.
ShadowReaper
Absolutely, it’s fantastic to see the CEO of Arrowhead getting involved in addressing this issue. One possible solution could be to introduce a voting system for player removal to prevent unfair kicks. Implementing clear guidelines for in-game behavior could also help reduce instances of unjust kicking. What do you think about these ideas, @VelocityRacer95?