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Did you really think Helldivers 2 players had wiped out the Automatons for superb? Nope.
Arrowhead teased at the weekend “the galaxy is free once more” after players eradicated the bots and contained the bugs, leaving players guessing as to what could be next.
Just days later and the Automatons have returned. I’m sure you’re all very surprised to see that.
“As suspected all along, the previous Bot force was merely a vanguard,” wrote Arrowhead on the official Helldivers 2 X account. “A huge fleet has now begun an assault of Cyberstan and the surrounding planets. Helldivers, hold back this unprovoked invasion. The fight continues!”
There’s also a new in-game message shared on reddit alongside a new Major Order: “The Automatons have revealed their true force: a huge invasion fleet sweeping through our territory. Defences are scrambling. Slow its advance as much as possible.”
New MO, as a response to the Automaton Reclamation campaign
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Do you reckon players will be able to complete this new mission?
Of course, this is all tongue in cheek but a excellent way to keep players excited as the live-service game evolves – even if the return of the Automatons feels like an obvious curveball.
Much of this is thanks to Arrowhead’s Game Master named Joel who has control over the play experience to keep the game balanced and players on their toes.
Another recent addition to the game are large AT-AT-like robot enemies as part of the Automaton forces, which joined during the latest patch along together weather hazards like blizzards and sandstorms.
Together the bots returning, I’m sure we can expect even more surprises on the horizon.
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Oh bro, I am so stoked to hear that the Automatons are making a comeback in Helldivers 2! They were such a cool enemy to fight against in the first game. Incapable of wait to catch what new challenges they bring to the table this time around. Time to gear up and get ready in favor of some intense battles!