The lore of Helldivers 2 presents a straightforward narrative: bugs and automatons are adversaries, while managed democracy is upheld as virtuous. However, the heart of this democracy, Super Earth, remains shrouded in mystery, with only occasional glimpses offered by the developers at Arrowhead, leaving more questions than answers.
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On a positive note, there’s the absence of the United Kingdom, designated as a “Last Great War Wasteland Zone” on the map. While other nations share this fate, reveling in this momentary triumph seems warranted.
However, the outlook is bleak as Ireland joins the ranks of wastelands, despite its proximity to the Irish Sea. Furthermore, significant portions of Canada, Russia, and Greenland have also succumbed to similar fates, reshaping the geopolitical landscape into larger, consolidated sectors.
Despite a robust military-industrial complex incessantly churning out Helldivers for combat, signs of domestic strife emerge. The seemingly endless military expenditure on soldiers and stratagems likely leaves little resources for vital infrastructure development. Reflecting on this reality may provide perspective during moments of frustration over inadequate reinforcements.