Helldivers 2 - Devs Speak on Enemy Upgrade, DSS & Custom!

Summary

In this video, the host shares exciting updates and developer insights about Hell Divers 2, including details about factory strider upgrades, the lack of weak points on command bunkers, and the Volis' origins. They also discuss the recent major order to dismantle 200 million automatons to repair the Democracy Space Station, speculate about upcoming ship upgrades, and touch on new attachment possibilities. Fans can look forward to more customization options and are encouraged to engage with the community through giveaways and comments. It's an action-packed update with plenty of opportunities for Hell Divers to dive deeper into the game.

Takeaways

• 😀 A developer named Yousef provided some answers to community questions about the factory strider and its weapon limitations, mentioning a possible five-weapon limit based on performance requirements and systems used.
• 😀 Yousef also explained that command bunkers don’t have vital weak points due to their static and reinforced nature, but hinted that this could change in the future.
• 😀 The Volis, an enemy faction, cannot reproduce on their own; they are created by the Illuminate through brainwashing and modifications, but the exact process of their creation remains unclear.
• 😀 Developers revealed tier six upgrades for the Super Destroyer in a test build, sparking speculation about upcoming updates but no official confirmation yet.
• 😀 The Hell Divers are tasked with destroying 200 million automatons in just three days as part of a major order to help repair the Democracy Space Station (DSS).
• 😀 Despite some dislike for the DSS, it has become a helpful tool for liberating planets, and the recent update to the major order adds new urgency to completing it.
• 😀 The current Illuminate fleet strength is low, and there is hope that the Hell Divers will secure victory over them soon, with only a few days left to go.
• 😀 Leviathans have been causing problems in defense missions by targeting power generators, resulting in mission failures. This issue has been officially acknowledged and is expected to be patched.
• 😀 Yousef clarified that he doesn’t work with armor customization but hinted at a fun rivalry between the enemies and weapons/armor teams at Arrowhead Game Studios.
• 😀 New attachments, such as under-barrel modules and magazines, are on the horizon, but the exact details are still under wraps, keeping the community excited for future updates.

Q & A

How many weapons can be attached to a Factory Strider in Hell Divers 2?

The number of weapons that can be attached to a Factory Strider is generally around five, though this could be expanded depending on performance requirements and engine limitations, such as those imposed by the Stingray engine.

Why don't command bunkers have weak points like most other automatons or turrets?

Command bunkers are static and heavily reinforced, which makes them less vulnerable to weak points. However, the developers hinted that they may address this issue in the future.

Can Volis, the units from the Illuminate faction, reproduce in Hell Divers 2?

No, the Volis cannot reproduce. They are created by the Illuminate faction, specifically by the squids, through a process that involves brainwashing and modifying their physical appearance.

What is the current status of the Democracy Space Station (DSS) in Hell Divers 2?

The DSS is undergoing repairs, but materials to bring it back online are scarce. The recent major order involves dismantling 200 million automatons to gather the resources necessary for these repairs.

What is the purpose of the new major order in Hell Divers 2?

The new major order aims to collect scrap metal from 200 million automatons in order to repair the Democracy Space Station (DSS), which is critical for defending Super Earth from the Illuminate threat.

How does the Leviathan bug affect defense missions in Hell Divers 2?

Leviathans in defense missions target and destroy power generators, causing the mission to fail. This issue has been acknowledged by the support team, and players are hoping for a patch.

What updates are expected for armor customization in Hell Divers 2?

Although no specific details are available, the developers are working on armor customization. There is ongoing competition between the enemies and armor teams to roll out new content.

What kind of new attachments can players expect in Hell Divers 2?

New attachments, including under-barrel modules and possibly magazines, are expected to be added soon. The details are not fully disclosed yet, but players can look forward to more customization options.

What role does the Super Destroyer play in the game?

The Super Destroyer is a large-scale strategic element in Hell Divers 2, and its updates are being closely watched by the community. It’s tied to ongoing upgrades and events in the game.

What was one of the key features discussed in the developer stream regarding Leviathans?

One of the key points discussed was that the community manager, Omnival, received feedback about removing Leviathans from in-game objectives, but ultimately passed the feedback to the development team.