Publisher Sony and developer Arrowhead Game Studios have unveiled the next major update for the critically acclaimed cooperative shooter Helldivers 2. The new Control Group Warbond DLC pack introduces a fresh wave of experimental weaponry and gear, expanding the game's already robust arsenal. Players can look forward to unlocking advanced alien-inspired technology, including powerful new armor sets and game-changing Stratagems.

With the recent announcement that Helldivers 2 will launch on Xbox in August 2025, the game is experiencing renewed excitement across its player base. Veterans are returning to the battlefield, eager to test the new content, while prospective Xbox players are keeping a close eye on updates ahead of the platform release. Arrowhead continues to support the game with free updates alongside premium Warbond DLC drops, ensuring a steady stream of fresh content.

The Control Group Warbond, detailed in a recent PlayStation Blog post, focuses on cutting-edge technology developed by Super Earth's Ministry of Science Research and Development team. This DLC introduces two distinctive armor sets, a versatile primary weapon, three innovative Stratagems, and a new throwable weapon. Additionally, players can collect cosmetic upgrades including capes, banners, titles, and emotes when the Warbond launches on July 17.

Helldivers 2 Control Group Warbond Content

• AD-49 Apollonian Heavy Armor
• AD-26 Bleeding Edge Medium Armor
• Adreno-Defibrillator Armor Passive
• VG-70 Variable Primary Weapon
• Plas-45 Epoch Stratagem
• LIFT-182 Warp Pack Stratagem
• A/LAS-98 Laser Sentry Stratagem
• G-31 Arc Throwable
• Conductor of Brilliance Player Banner and Cape
• Over Artifice Triumphant Player Banner and Cape
• Protect Eardrums Victory Pose
• Exemplary Subject Player Title

One of the most groundbreaking additions is the LIFT-182 Warp Pack, a backpack Stratagem that enables short-range teleportation. While incredibly useful for evading enemy attacks, this technology comes with risks - each jump increases instability, potentially resulting in fatal consequences for the user. The Warbond also introduces the PLAS-45 Epoch, a devastating plasma cannon, and the VG-70 Variable, a seven-barreled primary weapon with alternating fire modes.

Community response to the Control Group Warbond has been overwhelmingly positive, with particular excitement surrounding the Epoch's overcharge mechanic, reminiscent of the fan-favorite Railgun. Some players have expressed concerns about potential balance issues with the new armor's revival passive, but overall anticipation remains high for this substantial content update.