Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead Studios certainly has a flair for dark nostalgia. A year after the iconic liberation of Malevelon Creek, players are gearing up to return to this notorious planet to defend it against a surging Automaton offensive. The recent failure of a Major Order had sparked concerns among players about revisiting the Creek, especially with reports of the Automatons' new Incineration Corps advancing on the Severin Sector. Malevelon Creek, with its jungle terrain and formidable enemies, became infamous during one of Helldivers 2's earliest and most memorable collective efforts. The planet was dubbed "Robot Vietnam" due to the intense battles fought there, and after its liberation, Arrowhead honored the event with a special commemorative cape.
Over the weekend, a new Major Order confirmed that Helldivers will indeed be returning to Malevelon Creek. The Incineration Corps is leading the offensive, with the planet as their primary target. Invasions and skirmishes are already underway across the sector, with forces pushing towards the Creek. Super Earth's in-game briefing has called on Helldivers to protect the resting place of the "Creekers" who fell during the initial liberation, emphasizing the importance of preventing the "greatest net desecration" ahead of the upcoming Malevelon Creek Memorial Day.
New MAJOR ORDER
— Helldivers Alerts (@HelldiversAlert) March 30, 2025
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The Helldivers 2 community is buzzing with excitement over this Major Order. The Helldivers subreddit is flooded with memes referencing everything from Starship Troopers to the Doom Slayer and even Delicious in Dungeon. Veterans of the original Creek battle, who remember the swarms of bots and the air filled with lasers, are ready for another round. Meanwhile, newer players who joined after the initial fight are eager to experience this legendary location. These communal efforts, where players log on and work together towards significant milestones, are a testament to the game's ability to foster a shared experience within its universe.
However, there's a sense of cautious optimism among players. Some are concerned that Arrowhead might have more surprises in store. Despite the current success of the defensive efforts and the relative safety of Malevelon Creek, the Major Order still has five days to run. Teams are focusing on specific objectives as the sector remains a hotspot for Automaton incursions. As the war for the Creek intensifies, this week promises to be an exhilarating one for Helldivers players, watching the events unfold in real-time.
