Helldivers 2 Players Hunt for Secret Clues in Black Hole Crisis

Easter eggs and secret messages are a beloved tradition in many ongoing games, and Helldivers 2 is no exception. As players navigate the intense conflict with the Illuminate, they're meticulously analyzing every message for hidden clues.

To catch you up on the narrative in Helldivers 2: developer Arrowhead has reintroduced the Illuminate, escalating galactic warfare with this eerie threat to Super Earth. The Illuminate is utilizing a massive black hole to slowly consume planets, now reaching Angel's Venture and Moradesh. Ironically, this black hole was originally created by Super Earth on Meridian to eradicate a Terminid Super Colony. Arrowhead's knack for building upon the outcomes of galactic campaigns has led us to the current crisis, with the Illuminate pushing the black hole toward Super Earth.

MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING
EVACUATE PLANET
MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING

MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING
EVACUATE PLANET
MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING

MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING
EVACUATE PLANET
MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING pic.twitter.com/G4vpaIgLpz

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As Moradesh evacuates, Helldivers are eagerly anticipating the next phase of this cataclysmic campaign. Meanwhile, some players are delving into the evacuation orders, searching for hidden meanings in Arrowhead's broadcasts.

Reddit user Pinglyadya shared an image suggesting an egg hidden in the Moradesh videos. In the comments, they further dissected potential morse code sequences into dots and dashes, revealing codes such as "045a5, 06efbc, e1b5f0, then 21232." While the purpose of these codes remains a mystery, they've sparked curiosity among fans.

Hidden Messages in Moradesh Videos
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The "06EFBC" code drew attention in another thread, potentially corresponding to the hex code for a shade of teal called Last Straw, hinting at something ominous. Although no solid evidence has emerged beyond this, many fans believe there are secrets waiting to be uncovered.

Arrowhead's history of embedding secrets in updates fuels this speculation. With the Meridian Singularity inching closer to Super Earth, the urgency of the situation makes one wonder if Helldivers can afford the time to search for these secrets.

Following Moradesh's destruction, Arrowhead issued a new Major Order for players to defend planets and facilitate the construction of a Penrose Energy Siphon. This device aims to achieve a "one-time reduction" in Dark Energy Accumulation.

MAJOR ORDER: Following days of diligent resource collection and repurposing of enemy combatants, the Helldivers have enabled the construction of a partial blockade of the Meridian Singularity. The blockade is porous, but still moderately effective, and has slightly reduced the… pic.twitter.com/ye33V6VKa6

— HELLDIVERS™ 2 (@helldivers2) March 14, 2025

This effort could halt the expanding tear in space threatening everything the Helldivers cherish and might also release more secret messages into the game.

Helldivers 2's ongoing, community-driven Galactic War has captivated its community for over a year. The Illuminate's invasion in December introduced new enemies and Super Earth colonies, including the game's first urban environments. These city streets are filled with the Voteless—innocent civilians mind-controlled by the Illuminate and turned into zombie-like beings intent on dismembering players.