Lately, there’s been a buzz in Helldivers 2’s Galactic War, hinting at an impending showdown with the Illuminate. So far, players have been battling primarily against automatons, but Arrowhead CEO Shams Jorjani recently issued a heads-up that suggests a storm truly is brewing.
For those not caught up, gamers have noticed some peculiar activities that might signal a significant shift—potentially even a Meridia black hole edging menacingly close to Super Earth. This change could likely coincide with an ambitious new offensive by the Illuminate. With the game’s first anniversary just around the corner on February 8, a twist like this would certainly make for a memorable celebration.
What’s really stirred the pot was something Jorjani mentioned on the game’s Discord server earlier this week. He applauded the players for their strategic prowess in outsmarting the jet brigade on planets like Menkent and Lesath. “Cheers to you folks for that impressive DSS maneuver,” he wrote. “Brilliant move. J.O.E.L. is out to get you now.” Not exactly the stuff of comforting bedtime stories, right?
Naturally, this has sent Reddit users into a frenzy as they gear up for what’s to come, bracing for a potential game-changer within about 24 hours. Some are spinning it humorously, likening Jorjani’s hint to the Illuminate equivalent of Davy Jones unleashing the Kraken.
On the flip side, some players are embracing the spirit of defiance, echoing the vibes of shouting at UFOs on Independence Day. One cheeky comment captures the mood: “Cry me a river, J.O.E.L. If your jets didn’t want to bite the dust, maybe they shouldn’t have exploded so dramatically!”
Fortunately, Helldivers 2 players are far from defenseless, now boasting shovels along with the latest war bond’s portable hellbomb—plus other exciting perks. As J.O.E.L.’s threats loom ominous on the horizon, players could be well-equipped to tackle whatever chaos comes their way.
