Helldivers 2

Obvious cheating/exploiting whatever you want to call it. When someone calls down twenty-eleven stratagems in a matter of seconds. And we can't even report it?

Source: HD2 Discord

We are performing an update to our backend logic that will change the way "impact" is dealt. Impact is the "liberation" that players deal to enemy planets or defend events. It used to be that Helldivers needed to complete an operation (usually 3 missions) in order for impact to be distributed.

Now, each mission will deal impact, and completing an operation will then deal bonus impact. This is primarily done to make sure that everyone performing missions can safely say that they have contributed to keeping the galaxy safe, without the need to have the operation complete.

Hopefully this will make the system easier to understand, and the casual diver who only has time for a mission a day can still effectively help the war effort.

Image via: https://x.com/TheRealJTV4K60/status/1922274550290489704

Source: https://x.com/helldivers2/status/1922224252377309637

New illuminate foes, primary weapon customization

https://blog.playstation.com/2025/05/13/helldivers-2-illuminate-set-sights-on-super-earth-new-enemy-types-deployed/

Primaries level up from use, unlocking customization options in different slots. Slot availability varies by gun. It looks like all weapons have skins (great for the fashion game). The slots I've found so far include:

sights (different sights to taste, or trade off zoom <> ergonomics)

muzzle (recoil patterns mostly)

grip (recoil <> ergonomics/laser/flashlight)

magazine (capacity <> ergonomics/reload speed)

Looks fun! I kinda wish we could slot a bayonet but I can see why they would keep that exclusive

Please report to your Democracy Officer if you think this footage is real or if you believe the Illuminate are somehow still in our galaxy.

Watch Discord Chat play Helldivers ARG

Update 1

Summary so far... (YouTube)

Update 2

Summary so far... Part 2 (YouTube)

Update 3

Summary so far... Part 3 (YouTube)

https://blog.playstation.com/2025/05/08/masters-of-ceremony-warbond-marches-into-helldivers-2-may-15/

Also:

By popular demand, we are adding a new stash of FRV patterns to previously released Warbonds to all owners. Go check out the Viper Commando, Freedom’s Flame, Chemical Agents, and Truth Enforcers Warbond pages in Acquisitions on May 15!

Source: HD2 xTwitter

Thanks to the relentless efforts of the Helldivers, the Meridian Singularity has been halted and it’s time for an official celebration for all citizens*!

Spend some unforgettable moments at Free Springs Retreat, Widow’s Harbor and party in the light of Singularity.

Drinks. Rations. Live Performances. More talent to be deployed.

*capacity is limited, attendance is invite-only. Invites have been delivered to select Class A citizens

Update 2025-05-02

Additional talent has been deployed for the Singularity Party at Free Springs Retreat, Widow’s Harbor.

Early arrivals are authorized to enjoy all leisure benefits the retreat has to offer.

Source: Helldivers 2 xTwitter

Source 2: Helldivers 2 xTwitter

Source: Helldivers Discord

Rip and Tear starts playing

2025 Winners:

• Animation: Astro Bot
• Artistic Achievement: Neva
• Audio Achievement: Astro Bot
• Best Game: Astro Bot
• British Game: Thank Goodness You're Here!
• Debut Game: Balatro
• Evolving Game: Vampire Survivors
• Family: Astro Bot
• Fellowship: Yoko Shimomura
• Game Beyond Entertainment: Tales of Kenzera: ZAU
• Game Design: Astro Bot
• Multiplayer: Helldivers 2
• Music: Helldivers 2
• Narrative: Metaphor ReFantazio
• New IP: Still Wakes the Deep
• Performer in a Leading Role: Alec Newman/Still Wakes the Deep
• Performer in a Supporting Role: Karen Dunbar/Still Wakes the Deep
• Technical Achievement: Senua's Sage: Hellblade II

Just like casualty rates, this game implies there is a HD1 board game.

Another peek at General Brasch’s personal armory I suspect

"... Every year on this day, Super Earth citizens will unite for a full 3 minutes of their lunch break in solemn remembrance of those who gave their lives to free Malevelon Creek." -Presidential Decree.

Short animation by Kryptik. 100% accurate.