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Helldivers 2 devs change warbonds; Viper Commandos drops soon

Jun 06, 2024 2:25 PM

Helldivers 2 is set to launch a new warbond, Viper Commanders, on June 13. This update introduces the jungle combat theme with new weapons such as the AR-23A Liberator carbine rifle and the SG-22 Bushwhacker shotgun. Players will also get new armors like the PH-9 Predator and PH-202 Twigsnapper, both featuring the Peak Physique passive. In addition, Helldivers 2 is rolling out its first vehicle customization options, including classic woodland and tiger stripe camouflage for hellpods, Exosuits, and Pelican-1. Arrowhead Game Studios has announced they will be slowing down the pace of warbond releases to improve quality and cohesiveness.

When is the Viper Commanders warbond releasing for Helldivers 2?

The Viper Commanders warbond for Helldivers 2 will be released on June 13.

Helldivers 2, developed by Arrowhead Game Studios, is a third-person shooter that emphasizes cooperative gameplay. Known for its intense and challenging missions, players are part of an elite unit tasked with defending Super Earth from alien threats. The game takes a satirical approach to military sci-fi, drawing inspiration from classic war films and other media. With this new update, the game continues to expand its customization options and enhance the overall player experience.



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Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-06-06 14:42:03
The upcoming Viper Commanders warbond for Helldivers 2 sounds like it's really going to elevate the jungle combat experience with those new weapons and armors. Slowing down the release pace to focus on quality is a smart move by Arrowhead Game Studios—better consistency and depth for the long haul.
Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-06-06 14:36:03
The jungle combat gear and vehicle customizations in the Viper Commanders warbond sound like a blast, especially with the AR-23A Liberator and SG-22 Bushwhacker getting some love. Slowing down warbond releases to focus on quality improvements is a smart move by Arrowhead Game Studios; can't wait to see how it pays off
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