Summary:
Helldivers 2 Items has received another major update with a new Major Order focused on unlocking the Maelstrom Tank, alongside a new Warbond, Super Store items, DSS changes, and several gameplay updates. Players must liberate the required territories within the limited time to help secure the new tank. The update also introduces new weapons, vehicle improvements, quality-of-life changes, and an unconfirmed Warbond image that has appeared on Xbox.
1. New Major Order and Maelstrom Tank
The latest Major Order asks Helldivers to liberate Marfak and Fact Bay to secure territory for the construction of the new Maelstrom Tank. AM Defense has provided prototype Maelstrom tanks for players to test during the campaign.
The Major Order has a limited time window, so players should focus their efforts on the required planets. The Maelstrom is already available as a prototype, allowing players to experience the vehicle before its full availability is confirmed.
2. DSS Eagle Storm Is Temporarily Offline
The DSS Eagle Storm has been deactivated due to what High Command describes as an issue involving resource budgets for the next financial quarter.
This means players cannot currently rely on the Eagle Storm while working through the new campaign. Its return timing has not been clearly confirmed, so the Galactic War situation may change as the Major Order progresses.
3. New Warbond and Super Store Items
The latest Warbond is now available and adds several new weapons and equipment options. The Arbitrator assault rifle uses light penetration, while the Victor provides medium penetration with explosive ammunition.
One of the notable additions is the new energy-based weapon available through the Super Store. It uses an SMG-like design and has quickly attracted attention for its performance and handling.
Players should also check the accompanying armor set and other Super Store items before they rotate out.
4. Weapon Quality-of-Life Improvements
The update also highlights the need for clearer information when using weapons with alternate firing modes. For example, weapons that can switch between an assault rifle and grenade launcher could benefit from a clearer ammo indicator showing the currently selected firing mode.
This would make it easier to understand a weapon's current configuration during hectic battles without needing to stop and check manually.
5. Unconfirmed Xbox Warbond Image
An unusual Warbond image briefly appeared on the Xbox version of the Helldivers 2 page. The artwork showed armor and vehicles that did not match the current Ironclad Democracy Warbond.
Because the image has not been officially confirmed and later appeared to disappear, players should treat it as unconfirmed information rather than confirmed future content.
The update also improves vehicle behavior. Empty vehicles are no longer attacked by enemies, Helldivers 2 Super Credits, which can help preserve FRVs and other vehicles after players temporarily leave them behind.
