Helldivers 2: Escalation of Freedom Launches August 6th, Adds New Enemies, Difficulty Tier and More

In anticipation of Arrowhead launching a new Warbond in Helldivers 2, it turns out that they have something even more substantial in the works. The first major update for the cooperative shooter, "Escalation of Freedom," is set to be released on August 6th, promising a plethora of fresh content.

The incoming content will introduce various types of new enemies. Notably, The Impaler is making its reappearance for the Terminids, and an artillery tank is being introduced for the Automatons. A challenging new difficulty level, Super-Helldive, is also on its way, promising to bring on more foes than ever before. Players can expect to face large outposts and fortresses, and while conquering these will be demanding, Arrowhead ensures the rewards are worthwhile.

They're also introducing a spooky variant of the Swamp environment, and the Acid Storm effect will now decrease the armor of both players and enemies. New objectives are also part of the update - players will be required to retrieve and extract larvae under the constant threat of Terminid hordes that its crying will attract. Additionally, Arrowhead has hinted at further developments in the Galactic War, including the continued activities of the Automatons and "unusual readings" from Terminid spores across different sectors.