Helldivers 2 is receiving its first major content update on March 14. This co-op shooter’s upcoming update introduces a new Warbond, essentially its version of a battle pass, the Cutting Edge. The Cutting Edge, similar to the Steeled Veterans, brings a wave of new content for players to unlock, including weaponry, armor, and cosmetic items.
The centerpiece of the Cutting Edge Warbond is its arsenal of futuristic weaponry, the weapon of choice for the defenders of Super Earth. Interested protectors of galactic democracy can acquire the LAS-16 Sickle, a laser rifle that fires in short bursts, the SG-8P Punisher Plasma, a shotgun modified to fire explosive plasma rounds, and the ARC-12 Blitzer, a weapon capable of projecting close-range lightning bolts or charged long-range blasts. Finally, the new LAS-7 Dagger pistol and G-23 Stun Grenade round out the additions.
The Cutting Edge Warbond will also introduce three new armor sets from the EX series prototypes. While details on their functionality are scarce, these high-tech suits boast unique descriptions, such as a “rubber underlayer for insulation” and the generation of a “strong magnetic field.” Three new capes and three new emotes provide further cosmetic customization options for players.
As previously mentioned, Cutting Edge is a premium Warbond. Thus, purchasing it will require in-game currency, Super Credits. However, unlike with other live service titles, Helldivers 2 lets players earn Super Credits through gameplay. But if you want to take a shortcut in your eagerness to fight for freedom, you can use real money. The exact cost of the Cutting Edge Warbond has not been revealed, but it is expected to be similar to the existing Steeled Veterans Warbond, priced at 1000 Super Credits (approximately $10 USD).
Helldivers 2 has enjoyed a strong launch, peaking at over 450,000 concurrent players on Steam and defying industry trends by continuing to grow in popularity since its launch in February. The Cutting Edge Warbond aims to capitalize on this momentum by offering players a fresh wave of content to collect.
Unfortunately, where there’s liberty, there will be oppressors. In Helldivers 2‘s case, the Federation of Super Earth’s war to spread managed democracy has encountered a slight roadblock after a developer had unsavory things to say about the patriots fighting for a bug-free future. Arrowhead Game Studios’ CEO has since apologized for the incident and it appears all is good, for now, as everyone bands together to liberate Tien Kwan from the Automatons.
