Arrowhead Studios’ Helldivers 2 has recently launched a new Major Order on the planet Meridia, tasking players with destroying the Terminid Supercolony using experimental Dark Fluid. However, players are facing unexpected challenges due to bug spawning issues that are making this mission far more difficult than intended.

Current issues with the Major Order

The objective of the latest Major Order in Helldivers 2 is straightforward in theory: eliminate the Terminid Supercolony. Unfortunately, in practice, players are encountering severe bug spawning problems that disrupt gameplay. These bugs are spawning directly on top of mission objectives, creating overwhelming situations that go beyond typical difficulty levels.

Players on the game’s subreddit have shared their frustrations, explaining how the Bug Breaches appear just five feet from the drills needed to progress. This proximity makes it particularly challenging on higher difficulty levels, where powerful Bile Titans can spawn from the breaches. Players have reported that these Titans spawn right on top of the drills, requiring constant defense to keep the objectives intact.

Moreover, the finale event of each mission, where Shriekers spawn in large numbers, has become almost unmanageable. One player described the difficulty of inputting extraction codes due to the sheer number of Shriekers flinching them off the console, even on solo missions at the lowest difficulty.

Arrowhead’s response and upcoming fix

Arrowhead Studios is aware of these issues and is actively working on a hotfix. Arrowhead community manager Baskinator posted on Helldivers 2’s official Discord server, confirming that a fix for the spawning bug is “currently being worked on” and “will be deployed as soon as possible.”

A Discord moderator with the handle Purplegion also addressed player concerns, reassuring the community that the development team is looking into the issues with the current Major Order. While the exact timeline for the fix is not specified, the prompt acknowledgment and action from Arrowhead suggest that a resolution is on the horizon.

Helldivers 2 community reactions and hopes

The Helldivers 2 community has been vocal about these spawning problems, expressing their frustrations and hoping for a quick fix. Given the game’s recent efforts to regain player trust after controversial patches and the PSN account linking requirement, this issue has been particularly disheartening for many players.

Some players have suggested extending the duration of the Major Order to compensate for the time lost dealing with the bug swarms. This would allow players to complete the mission without the unfair advantage given to the Terminid bugs by the spawning glitches.

Preparing for the mission

In the meantime, players planning to drop onto Meridia should take extra precautions and prepare thoroughly. The unexpected bug spawns require more strategic planning and possibly teaming up with other players to manage the overwhelming number of enemies effectively.

Helldivers 2 being goofy as always

Helldivers 2’s latest Major Order on Meridia has faced significant challenges due to bug spawning issues, but Arrowhead Studios is working on a fix to address these problems. As players await the hotfix, it is advisable to prepare extensively for the mission and stay tuned for updates from Arrowhead. The community remains hopeful that these issues will be resolved soon, allowing for a smoother and more enjoyable gameplay experience.