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Helldivers 2 Sees Planet Devoured by Meridia's Black Hole

Feb 13, 2025 4:41 PM

In the latest events of Helldivers 2, players experienced the catastrophic destruction of the planet Angel's Venture due to Meridia's ominous black hole. The game developers at Arrowhead declared a 24-hour mourning period for the inhabitants lost in this grand spectacle. As players had anticipated, Angel's Venture was ultimately doomed, and a dramatic evacuation followed the black hole's trajectory towards Super Earth. As the situation unfolds, Eldivers are now tasked with preparing for the impending threat of the Meridian Singularity, which aims to consume more planets in its path.

What happened to Angel's Venture in Helldivers 2?

Angel's Venture was destroyed by Meridia's black hole, culminating in a spectacular visual event and prompting Arrowhead to announce a period of mourning for its lost citizens.

Helldivers 2, a cooperative twin-stick shooter developed by Arrowhead Game Studios, builds on the franchise's unique blend of humor, strategy, and chaos. Players work together to fight the Illuminate while completing missions across the galaxy. The game's narrative continues to evolve with community interaction, as player actions can significantly influence in-game events, creating a dynamic gaming experience that keeps the audience engaged.



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Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2025-02-13 17:00:11
Arrowhead really nailed the emotional gut-punch with Angel's Venture—destroying a planet and then giving players time to process it is such a bold move. The Meridian Singularity feels like the calm before the storm, and I’m already bracing for the chaos it’ll bring to the galaxy.
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2025-02-13 16:54:07
Man, Arrowhead really knows how to keep players on their toes—destroying a whole planet and then giving us a 24-hour mourning period That’s some next-level immersion. Can’t wait to see how the Meridian Singularity shakes things up next
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