A significant new chapter in the Helldivers 2 story has just launched, bringing with it comprehensive patch notes. As new recruits join the fight for Super Earth, players are invited to delve into unexplored areas. The `Into the Unjust` update tasks Helldivers with infiltrating subterranean Terminid lairs. These hostile environments sever conventional Super Destroyer support, forcing troopers to locate structural openings for assistance. The update also hints at uncovering the mysteries shrouded by the `Gloom` on various Hive Worlds. To aid in this perilous journey, players will gain access to new armor and weaponry.
This update delivers a standard array of gameplay adjustments, bug resolutions, and fresh content. Central to this are the new Hive Worlds, featuring procedurally generated cave networks. Within these caves, players will encounter unsettling `flora and fauna` alongside evolved Terminid variants. The planets themselves present additional dangers like acidic lakes, destructible cave walls, and darkened areas concealing multi-legged adversaries.
A new gameplay mode involves operating a mobile oil rig to extract a peculiar oily substance from these worlds. Developer Arrowhead has also introduced four distinct new Terminid types:
- Rupture Spewers: These creatures emerge from the ground to unleash deadly projectiles.
- Rupture Warriors: Mutated by the Gloom, these warriors conceal themselves in darkness to shield their vulnerable organs from UV light.
- Rupture Chargers: These armored beasts burrow rapidly underground, surfacing only to ambush Helldivers.
- Dragonroaches: Aerial threats that bombard targets with corrosive, air-combustible acid from above.
Regarding adjustments and bug fixes, Arrowhead has addressed a critical issue concerning the iconic MA5C Assault Rifle from the ODST Warbond. Previously, if a party leader equipped this weapon on their Super Destroyer`s bridge, it would cause the game to crash. This significant bug has now been resolved. The complete list of patch notes is provided below.
Helldivers 2 Patch 01.004.000 Highlights
Hive Worlds
- Vast, procedurally generated cave systems.
- Introduces new tactical gameplay challenges.
- Encounter grotesque native flora, fauna, and evolved Terminid species.
- Hive World surfaces feature perilous acid lakes and formidable bug spires.
- Cave roofs now have openings, enabling the deployment of stratagems from above.
- Caves include destructible walls for alternative navigation.
- Flashlights are highly recommended!
Missions
- Infiltrate deep caves to eradicate the Spore Lung, halting the spread of its infectious Gloom.
- Operate the GATER mobile oil rig to extract a unique oily substance from Hive World surfaces.
- Engage in additional objectives to gather resources and neutralize hostile forces on Hive Worlds.
- Experience entertainment levels officially sanctioned by Super Earth!
New Enemies
- Rupture Spewer: This vile creature emerges from the ground, spewing deadly pestilence. It is believed to consume its own dead to regenerate corrosive acid.
- Rupture Warrior: A Gloom-mutated Terminid, this warrior lacks the UV-protective chitin, preferring to burrow. Its behavior suggests subconscious shame for its “undemocratic ways.”
- Rupture Charger: This armored beast burrows rapidly to escape the light of Liberty, emerging to ambush those who represent it.
- Dragonroach: An aerial menace that circles its prey, swooping down to unleash volleys of air-combustible acid.
Balancing Updates
- Orbital Unification: Non-explosive Orbitals now share the same projectile damage and destruction values as Orbital gas.
Orbital Smoke
- Projectile Damage increased from 0 to 300.
- Projectile Armor Penetration (AP) increased from 0 to 7.
- Projectile Demolition strength increased from 30 to 50.
Orbital EMS
- Projectile Damage increased from 250 to 300.
- Projectile AP increased from 3 to 7.
- Projectile Demolition strength increased from 30 to 50.
Stun Explosions Reworked: All stun explosions now apply their stun effect directly upon detonation, rather than solely through the status effect volume. This change impacts:
- Orbital EMS
- Mortar EMS
Stun explosions will now initially stagger affected enemies and will no longer ragdoll players if hit.
Throwables
- Stun Grenade: Stagger strength increased from 0 to 50.
- Urchin: Stagger impulse decreased from 15 to 0.
Stratagems
- Orbital EMS: Stagger strength increased from 10 to 50; Stagger impulse decreased from 40 to 0.
- Mortar EMS: Stagger strength increased from 10 to 50; Stagger impulse decreased from 40 to 0.
Booster
- Stun Hellpod: Stagger strength increased from 10 to 50; Stagger impulse decreased from 20 to 0.
Fixes
Crash Fixes & Softlocks
- Resolved a rare crash occurring when multiple players equipped the MA5C AR on the Super Destroyer.
- Addressed crashes that could happen during hot-joining.
- Fixed a rare crash related to dropping backpacks.
Weapons & Stratagem Fixes
- Corrected mute audio issues for AX/LAS-5 `GUARD DOG` ROVER.
- Implemented audio reverb fixes for several weapons.
- Resolved an issue where Hellpod payloads were targetable by guidance systems.
- The GL-52 De-Escalator stratagem input now starts with a down arrow, aligning with other support weapon stratagems.
- Motivational Shocks Booster no longer affects enemies.
- Fixed the StA X3 WASP Launcher`s firemode, preventing it from reverting to Semi-Auto after Artillery mode.
- Corrected incorrect guidance system targeting of Tanks.
Enemy Behavior Fixes
- Automaton dropship units now have reinforced hydraulic leg supports, preventing fall damage upon deployment.
- Updated Automaton city outpost design to resolve broken pathing on bridges.
- Illuminate enemies are less prone to warping onto destroyed outpost ship debris.
Mission Fixes
- Revised city evacuation objective designs to ensure proper citizen evacuation.
- Addressed a mission bug causing `ghost objectives` to appear on the completion screen.
- Fixed an issue where landed Automaton dropships in Sabotage Airbase objectives could be destroyed by the LIFT-182 Warp Pack.
- Resolved intermittent Charger pathing issues near specific bug rock formations.
Miscellaneous Fixes
- Eliminated flickering VFX shadows in certain zones.
- Corrected unusual movement after falling while marching.
- Improved chat typing animations; Helldivers now properly use writing pads.
- Resolved the Adreno-Defibrillator status effect not applying to Helldivers within combat walkers.
- Fixed a visual bug where planetary hazard-damaged Hellbombs appeared to explode twice when hit by the GL-21 Grenade Launcher (from the shooter`s perspective).