Helldivers 2 Devoid of Liberty Update Lets You Hug SEAF Grunts and Faces New Illuminate Threats
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
The Devoid of Liberty update for Helldivers 2 introduces upgraded SEAF troops you can finally hug, terrifying new Illuminate enemies, a level cap increase to 300, and Warhammer 40000 themed gear.
Arrowhead Game Studios is preparing Helldivers 2 for a massive new phase with the upcoming Devoid of Liberty update, designated as Patch 7.0. The cooperative shooter is taking players closer to the Void, an aggressive tear in space controlled by the Illuminate. To even the odds, Super Earth is upgrading its military footprint by deploying revamped SEAF infantry troops across planetary missions. These ground units are getting a serious tactical boost, including heavier weaponry and stim pistols capable of healing players in the field. Best of all, players can finally share a celebratory hug with the game's NPC grunts, adding a much-needed touch of warmth before sending them back into the meat grinder.
The Illuminate faction is not coming empty-handed to this intergalactic showdown. Patch 7.0 introduces two formidable new mutant enemies designed to disrupt standard squad strategies. The Crusher brings rapid health regeneration to the battlefield, demanding concentrated sustained fire to bring down, while the Wretch is a fast and evasive threat capable of dismantling player weapons if left unchecked. These additions will force veteran squads to rethink their loadouts and coordination on higher difficulty levels.
Alongside the new alien opposition, the update delivers several highly requested community features. The player level cap jumps from 150 to 300, with all accumulated excess experience automatically applied once the patch drops. Fans of grimdark sci-fi also have plenty to look forward to with the arrival of the Warhammer 40000 themed warbond, bringing iconic Astra Militarum gear and Emperor approved weaponry straight to your destroyer. Rock Paper Shotgun detailed these additions alongside a comprehensive suite of balance tweaks and bug fixes to keep Super Earth running smoothly.
Tags: Helldivers 2, PC Gaming, PlayStation, Co-op, Updates
Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun