Helldivers 2 Launches Major One-Year Update

One Year of Helldivers 2: The Big Revelations

Helldivers 2 celebrates its first anniversary with a slew of significant updates, making February a month to remember. Released a year ago, the game strides forward with new content designed to delight its fan base.

Patch 01.002.101 and Fresh Warbond Features

The recent patch, 01.002.101, launched on Tuesday, brings exciting changes, weighing in at a robust 6GB. Meanwhile, Arrowhead teases the gaming community with a Servants of Freedom Warbond, set to drop on February 6th. Let’s delve into the fresh Warbond specifics.

The Servants’ Arsenal Unleashed

The Servants of Freedom Warbond introduces a range of intriguing hardware:

• B-100 Portable Hellbomb: This explosive delight requires activation by players, with a 10-second countdown.

• LAS-17 Double-Edge Sickle: This primary weapon promises fiery destruction for everything and anyone, including its wielder.

• GP-31 Ultimatum: Dubbed a ‘grenade launcher on steroids,’ this secondary weapon packs a punch.

• G-50 Seeker: A crafty throwable drone, it explodes near enemies or targets pinged foes, adding tactical depth.

The Warbond also brings in the IE-3 Martyr and IE-12 Righteous armors. Designed with robe-inspired details, they explode upon the user’s demise, delivering damage to nearby enemies. This armor’s stoic helmet design stands ready to face any threat. All details gleefully await you on Steam.

Check Out the New Trailer

Explore the dynamic trailer embedded here, capturing the essence of these updates in motion.

Patch 01.002.101: What’s Changed?

The latest patch doesn’t hold back. It provides enhancements across a variety of features from weapons to vehicles.

Balancing Act: Weapons and Gameplay

Gas status effects from spray weapons now last longer, extending from 6 to 10 seconds. Enjoy improved mobility with options to jog while carrying bulky items. Players find driving smoother, thanks to FRV handling adjustments.

Sidearm magazine limits rise, encouraging longer engagements without the need to reload. Mines, spray weapons, and more receive significant tweaks. Mines see reduced cooldowns and increased spread, minimizing unwanted chain explosions.

Improvements and Fixes

Helldivers’ gameplay polishes extend further with fixes you didn’t know you needed. Health packs now fully replenish stims, and high-impact weapons will detonate mapped Hellbombs.

Seamless Social and Matchmaking Enhancements

Matchmaking now logically connects players with others from nearby regions. Expect better matching with lobby difficulties akin to your current selection.

Weapons and Stratagems Revamped

The B-1 Supply Pack restores stims for allies, ensuring cooperative gameplay thrives.

Focus on FRV for Enhanced Gameplay

Reinforced FRVs withstand more damage and avoid explosive mishaps. Improved camera angles keep the action visible, even on treacherous terrain. Better FRV deployment further enhances multiplayer experience.

Addressing Core Helldiver Mechanics

No longer will Helldivers struggle with vaulting over obstacles. Players now experience a smoother transition across the battlefield, kicking frustrating glitches to the curb.

Helldivers 2 delivers a comprehensive update on its first birthday, ensuring that devoted fans are rewarded. These improvements guarantee that Helldivers’ dedicated followers are kept engaged and excited for future endeavors.