Helldivers 2 Unleashes Highly Anticipated Weapons in Festive Warbond Update

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26/11/2025

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December gives Helldivers 2 players a burst of new gear with the Python Commandos Warbond. Arrowhead Game Studios, which builds on player feedback and layered design, adds the most requested weapons since launch.

The Warbond lands on December 2. Its star item is the M-1000 Maxigun, a belt fed chain gun that holds a huge amount of ammunition. Community manager Katherine “Baskinator” Baskin says thousands of squad leaders asked for a minigun showing Arrowhead's drive to give loyal players what they want.

The set does not end with that gun. Helldivers also receive the AX/FLAM-75 “Guard Dog” Hot Dog, a backpack flamethrower drone that sprays fire plus refuels itself. Players have wanted such a toy for a long time - its effect on tactics and team play will be worth watching.

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Another answer to player requests is the CQC-9 Defoliation Tool, a saber chainsaw cross aimed at fans of Gears of War besides Warhammer. It cuts plants but also aliens with equal force and is a strong melee choice.

The bundle also includes the AR/GL-21 One-Two, an assault rifle fitted with a grenade launcher plus two new armor sets that carry the “Rock Solid” passive - this passive lowers the impact of stagger as well as ragdoll hits.

Those additions widen the range of play and renew excitement as Helldivers 2 enters its second year. By acting on old player wishes, Arrowhead keeps its core audience active or sets a clear standard for live service that listens.

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The studio's creative lead hints that future plans will keep the Helldivers 2 spirit alive - humor, chaos and teamwork driven by player passion.

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