Helldivers 2 Illuminates: A Glitch or Tease?
The highly anticipated third enemy faction in Helldivers 2, the Illuminate, has made a sudden appearance in the game, sparking excitement among players. Despite this, developer Arrowhead Game Studios has dismissed the incident as “fake news.”
Strange Sightings on the Galactic War Map
Reports from players revealed a mysterious cluster of purple sectors on Helldivers 2’s Galactic War map, a stark contrast to the usual red and orange sectors for other enemy factions. Upon closer inspection, players discovered a familiar symbol representing the Illuminate faction from Helldivers 1.
Developer Response and Speculation
Arrowhead swiftly responded by attributing the anomaly to a “server outage” caused by a fictional scenario involving a Comms Technician lost in a server farm. The studio’s playful dismissal has left players wondering if the Illuminate’s arrival is imminent or if it was simply a glitch in the game.
CEO Shams Jorjani’s “fake news” remark on social media only added to the mystery, drawing comparisons to past instances where player sightings turned out to be true. This uncertainty comes at a time when Arrowhead is addressing player dissatisfaction with recent game updates.
Image credit: NJRhailFire on Reddit/Arrowhead Game Studios
Impending Changes in Helldivers 2
As speculation grows about the Illuminate’s debut, Arrowhead is working on addressing player concerns following the Escalation of Freedom update. The studio’s commitment to revising game balance and direction is part of a 60-day plan to improve the player experience.
FAQs
Q: Is the Illuminate faction officially confirmed for Helldivers 2?
A: While sightings hint at their arrival, Arrowhead has not provided official confirmation yet.
Q: What caused the purple sectors on the Galactic War map?
A: The developer attributes it to a server outage, but players suspect otherwise.
Credit: www.eurogamer.net
