Helldivers 2 Loses Angel’s Venture to Illuminate Forces and the Meridia Black Hole

The situation in Helldivers 2 has taken a dramatic turn for the worse. Despite the heroic endeavors of Super Earth’s elite special forces, the alien invasion led by the cerebral Illuminate has succeeded in its catastrophic plan. They have shifted the Meridian Singularity—a massive black hole that Super Earth created to obliterate a Terminid supercolony last year—towards Angel’s Venture. The once-vibrant colony now lies in ruins, its remains scattered and awaiting exploration on your ship’s galaxy map.

The Illuminate achieved this by attacking Super Earth’s colonies, siphoning Dark Energy to fuel the black hole’s movement. This very black hole was originally created with Dark Fluid, retrieved by the Helldivers during the First Galactic War. The recent Major Order had the Helldivers fighting relentlessly against the Illuminate across multiple battlefronts. Sadly, their valiant efforts fell short, and they couldn’t halt enough of the enemy’s advances.

In a poignant in-game message, Super Earth High Command lamented, "Angel’s Venture has been torn apart by the Meridian Singularity. This is an incalculable loss." They condemned the Illuminate for their duplicitous guise of intelligence, revealing a true desire for destruction. In response, Super Earth’s President has declared a 24-hour period of mourning throughout the galaxy.

Another image appearing with the article highlights the ominous path of the Meridian Singularity, setting its sights ominously on Super Earth. While we reflect on this grim reminder of Tyranny’s devastation, a new threat looms. The Illuminate aren’t stopping at Angel’s Venture; they’re targeting more planets under Super Earth’s dominion—including, alarmingly, Super Earth itself. It’s only a matter of time before these alien adversaries pull the singularity further into our territory, prompting Lady Liberty’s forces to stand against them fiercely.

Moreso, the first planet now at risk is Moradesh. Notably, this is where the Dark Fluid was originally utilized to create the singularity that annihilated Meridia. Should Moradesh be destroyed, there’s a real danger that the stored Dark Fluid could either expand the black hole or accelerate its deadly march, threatening more planets in its path.

Despite the bleak outlook, a silver lining emerges: the new Double-Edge Sickle weapon in Helldivers 2 has received a significant upgrade. It’s quickly becoming my top pick for combating the Illuminate, thanks to its rapid heavy-hitting ability to tear through enemy ranks. Equipped with this formidable weapon, we find ourselves better prepared for the coming battles to ensure Super Earth’s survival.

For those who enjoy co-op shooters, sci-fi thrillers, and the humorously chaotic world of Helldivers 2, it remains a top choice for both PC and PS5 gaming. The game, typically priced around $40, frequently sees discounts. Currently, one of the best deals is on CDKeys, with a deal slicing nearly $15 off, letting you grab this exhilarating game for under $30.