Eagle-eyed fans of Helldivers 2 have uncovered what appears to be a significant leak from PlayStation, hinting at an upcoming confrontation with the Illuminate on the streets of Super Earth. This week, developer Arrowhead escalated the game's intensity by launching a full-scale Illuminate invasion, introducing new enemy types to the mix. The in-game narrative strongly suggested that the Illuminate's next target was Super Earth itself.
Adding to the speculation, a now-deleted post from the official PlayStation Czech Republic Threads account mentioned a "Heart of Democracy" update slated for May 20. Although the term "Heart of Democracy" has been used in the context of this week's update, neither Sony nor Arrowhead has officially confirmed its connection to a May 20 release. However, the timing aligns perfectly with the conclusion of the current Major Order, adding credibility to the leak.
The post was first spotted by Redditor xTekshi, and it has since fueled discussions and excitement among the game's community. The potential for a battle on Super Earth represents a significant shift for Helldivers 2, which until now has featured combat exclusively on alien planets. The prospect of fighting on our home planet promises a fresh and thrilling experience for players.
Both Sony and Arrowhead have used language in their updates that hints at an inevitable showdown on Super Earth, with phrases like "High Command believes this Fleet's ultimate objective to be the invasion of Super Earth itself" and "Battle on Super Earth is inevitable." This rhetoric, combined with the leak, has led fans to believe that the Czech account may have inadvertently revealed the game's next major update.
Warning! Spoilers for Helldivers 2 follow: