Arrowhead Game Studios is ramping up efforts to improve the Helldivers 2 update release cycle, signaling a shift toward more consistent and stable content drops. The studio’s intentions were confirmed through a recently spotted job listing for a Senior Release Manager and hints dropped by developers on social media.
Community Hints Suggest April 29 Update
In a Discord interaction earlier this week, a developer using the handle @Baskinator confirmed there would be no update this week, citing the long weekend. This led fans to speculate that the next major update could arrive on April 29 — a theory echoed by users like Lilita: Rage Hatred Agony, who connected the dots in the community chat (see screenshot).
While the date isn’t officially confirmed, it’s sparked buzz among players eagerly awaiting new content and fixes.
Arrowhead Expanding Release Management Team
The speculation coincides with a new job listing from Arrowhead for a Senior Release Manager tasked with overhauling the game’s release pipeline. First spotted by VideoGamer, the listing highlights the need for structured processes to ensure updates are both timely and meet quality standards.
Key takeaways from the listing:
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Improving and enforcing release management standards
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Refining internal update workflows
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Collaborating across teams to improve update consistency and quality
This role expansion shows that Arrowhead is taking community feedback seriously, especially after facing criticism over previous updates that introduced performance issues — particularly for PC players.
Arrowhead Responds to Performance Woes
In a message posted to the official Helldivers 2 Discord, CEO Shams Jorjani directly addressed growing concerns around performance:
“We are 100% aware performance ain’t great now,”
— Shams Jorjani, April 2025
The studio is actively working to resolve these issues, and the new Senior Release Manager hire could be key to preventing similar problems in the future.
Looking Forward
Helldivers 2 has already become a massive hit since its release on PS5 and PC, selling over 15 million copies by November 2024. As the live service model demands constant content and quick reactions, Arrowhead’s move toward a more reliable release system could define the game’s longevity.
With signs pointing to an April 29 update, fans are watching closely — hopeful that this new chapter in Helldivers 2’s development brings the polish and consistency they’ve been asking for.