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Huge Helldivers 2 Patch Adds New Illuminate Enemies, a New Biome 'Full of Fresh Horrors,' a Level Cap Increase and Much More
Arrowhead has released a significant update for Helldivers 2, introducing new Illuminate enemies, a new biome filled with dangers, and an increased level cap. The patch also includes numerous other additions and improvements.
Helldivers 2 Raises Player Level Cap to 300, Introduces New SEAF Platoons in Illuminate Missions
Arrowhead Game Studios has raised the player level cap in Helldivers 2 from 150 to 300 and introduced new SEAF platoons with support equipment for the 'Battle for the Gateway Planet' narrative arc. The update also includes new missions focused on infiltrating Illuminate structures and fighting new enemy types like the Wretch and Crusher. Additionally, the Helldivers 2 X Warhammer 40,000 Legendary Warbond is now available, featuring new armor sets and weapons.
Final Fantasy 9 Remake Development Was “Very Far Along” Before Stalling – Rumor
A report suggests that a remake of Final Fantasy 9 was significantly developed before its progress stalled, contrary to Square Enix executive Naoki Yoshida's recent statements. Yoshida's comments are interpreted as a strategy to manage fan expectations regarding remakes, with Square Enix reportedly prioritizing new mainline titles after the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy concludes. Previous rumors about the Final Fantasy 9 remake and a Final Fantasy Tactics remaster originated from a 2023 GeForce Now leak.
The MOP Up: Elder Scrolls Online’s Whitestrake’s Mayhem PvP event rages
The Whitestrake's Mayhem in-game event has returned to Elder Scrolls Online, offering bonus rewards for player-versus-player activities until August 12th. The article also rounds up other recent MMO news, including Palworld's player count, SMITE 2's upcoming god releases, and cross-promotions between Helldivers 2 and Warhammer 40,000.
Helldivers 2 is Raising the Level Cap to 300 As Part of Its “Broader Progression Overhaul”
Arrowhead Game Studios is increasing the level cap for Helldivers 2 from 150 to 300 as part of a broader progression overhaul. Players who have already reached the previous cap will have their experience points recalculated automatically. New titles and ranks will be introduced as incentives, though a release date for the update has not yet been announced.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
This article touches on several disparate gaming-related topics, including a merchandise collection for Quake on the Nine Inch Nails website, Sam Neill's involvement in a Legend of Zelda film adaptation, and a collaboration for HELLDIVERS 2. The content appears to be a collection of brief news snippets.
HELLDIVERS 2 x Warhammer 40,000 Legendary Warbond, Launching August 12
HELLDIVERS 2 is launching the Castellan's Creed Legendary Warbond on August 12, featuring gear inspired by Warhammer 40,000's Cadian Kasrkin. This new content includes weapons like the R/40-K Hot-Shot Marksman Rifle and armor sets such as the TG-122 Demo-Trooper. The Warbond can be unlocked with Super Credits or earned medals.
Launch day performance issues and forced logins take another victim: Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls sees mixed Steam…
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, developed by Arc System Works, is experiencing significant performance issues and forced PSN logins on PC, leading to a 'Mixed' user rating on Steam. Players report low frame rates and poor online play, with some noting high CPU utilization and issues with the anti-cheat system on Linux. Despite these technical problems, the game's core gameplay is praised, and initial player counts are comparable to its open beta.
Helldivers 2 getting an upgraded level cap probably isn't what that spooky teddy bear teaser was about, but is almost definitely in preparation for it
Helldivers 2 is increasing its level cap from 150 to 300 in an upcoming patch, with retroactive XP application for players who have already reached the previous limit. This update, along with new high-level titles, suggests a major content update is being prepared. The timing coincides with a mysterious teaser video that has sparked speculation about potential Warhammer 40K crossovers or new enemy factions.
Something big is coming to Helldivers 2 next week: Squid is back on the menu
Helldivers 2 is set to receive a major update on August 12, which appears to herald the return of the Illuminate faction, also known as 'squids'. A new trailer teases a void-like threat consuming planets and hints at new enemy types, potentially including 'Cultists' with magical abilities. This update coincides with the release of a Warhammer 40,000 crossover warbond.
Creepy Helldivers 2 trailer might tease a fight with the Illuminate, but Warhammer fans are convinced it's Chaos Gods: "They done gave us the warp with our 40K Warbond"
Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead Game Studios released a creepy trailer teasing a new threat, leading to speculation about the Illuminate or a connection to the upcoming Warhammer 40,000 crossover. Fans are particularly convinced the visuals resemble the Eye of Terror from Warhammer 40,000, especially with the release of the 40K Warbond on the same day.
EA’s Saudi takeover will be "a real waste" if it turns the publishers into a "sequel-and-mega-franchise machine", Helldivers 2 studio boss says
Shams Jorjani, CEO of Arrowhead Game Studios, expressed concern that Electronic Arts' recent $55 billion acquisition by Saudi Arabian investors could lead the publisher to focus solely on sequels and mega-franchises, potentially wasting its diverse game catalog. He hopes for continued business and creative diversity within EA, despite the consolidation and significant debt incurred by the deal, which may lead to cost-cutting measures and layoffs.
Saudi Arabia's $55 billion takeover of EA could waste "one of the best catalogues in the industry" by reducing it to a "sequel-and-mega-franchise machine," Helldivers 2 boss worries
Electronic Arts has officially been acquired by a group of investors led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund for $55 billion. Shams Jorjani, CEO of Arrowhead Game Studios, expressed concern that this consolidation could lead EA to focus solely on sequels and mega-franchises, potentially wasting its diverse catalogue of games and reducing creative diversity within the industry.
PlayStation and Xbox's most played games are, once again, exactly what you expect them to be
Analyst Mat Piscatella revealed that the most played games on PlayStation and Xbox remain dominated by long-running live service titles and annual sports games, with minimal changes year-over-year. Fortnite leads both platforms, followed by a familiar lineup including Roblox, Call of Duty, and Grand Theft Auto 5, with minor variations between the console ecosystems.
Fortnite, Grand Theft Auto 5 Continue to Top PS5, Xbox Series X/S Most-Played Charts in the US
Fortnite and Grand Theft Auto 5 continue to dominate the most-played game charts on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in the US, according to data from Circana's Mat Piscatella. The lists are largely comprised of long-running live-service titles and annual sports games, with only a few new releases like Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls and Shift at Midnight making brief appearances in the top 20.
What if Stop Killing Games win? Anthem, SpaceCraft and Warframe devs on the "massive undertaking" of reverse engineering an always-online game
The article discusses the challenges and importance of game preservation for live service titles, using Warframe as a primary example. It explores the difficulties of reverse engineering always-online games and the efforts of groups like Stop Killing Games to advocate for offline modes and legal requirements for game longevity. Experts like Scott McGregor and Mark Darrah weigh in on the technical and financial hurdles, while the piece also touches on the potential impact of such regulations on the future development of live service games.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several staff members shared their weekend gaming plans, with Edwin playing Troubleshooter: Abandoned Children and Darkwood, while Mark might revisit Skyrim. Others are playing Helldivers 2, Hunt: Showdown, or an unannounced embargoed game. James is trying the train-based bullet hell shooter Song of Morus: Limbo Express.
Mobilspel, monsterfångst och familjens första Halo – Vi tar #spelhelg
Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, covering a diverse range of titles including Frosthaven, Balatro, Final Fantasy VI, Marvel Snap, Palworld, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, and Halo. Other mentioned games include The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Crazy Taxi, Double Dragon: Rise of the Dragons, Cyberpunk 2077, RoboCop: Rogue City, Thimbleweed Park, Mario Party, Helldivers 2, Mistfall Hunter, and Splatoon Raiders. The article also touches upon extraction games, board games, and party games.
Tom Holland Reveals His Favorite Video Game And Why He Cannot Play Fortnite
Actor Tom Holland revealed his favorite video game is The Last of Us: Part II, stating he loves the game so much he hasn't watched the HBO adaptation. He also discussed his struggles with Fortnite, finding it too difficult to play effectively due to skilled opponents and complex building mechanics.
As Total War: Warhammer 40,000 and Dawn of War 4 show off more gameplay, 40K fans have become locked in a fierce debate: are the lasgun lasers the wrong colour?
New gameplay footage from Total War: Warhammer 40,000 and Dawn of War 4 has reignited a debate among fans regarding the color of lasgun lasers. While official lore and recent game developments from Games Workshop enforce yellow or white bolts, many fans recall and prefer the red lasers seen in older popular titles like Dawn of War and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, leading to discussions about lore consistency versus established player expectations.
