Easter eggs and secret messages are a beloved tradition in many ongoing games, and Helldivers 2 is no exception. As players navigate the ongoing, calamitous conflict with the Illuminate, they are meticulously combing through messages for hidden details.
If you need a quick catch-up on the narrative in Helldivers 2, here's the rundown: Developer Arrowhead has reintroduced the Illuminate, escalating galactic warfare as the latest threat to Super Earth. The eerie foe is utilizing a massive black hole to slowly consume entire planets, with its current target being Moradesh after Angel's Venture. Ironically, this black hole was initially created by Super Earth on Meridian in an attempt to eradicate a Terminid Super Colony. Arrowhead's storytelling thrives on the "yes, and" approach, building up to the current scenario where the Illuminate is pushing a black hole towards Super Earth.
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MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING pic.twitter.com/G4vpaIgLpz— HELLDIVERS™ 2 (@helldivers2) March 14, 2025
Now, with Moradesh evacuating, Helldivers are eagerly anticipating the next phase of this cataclysmic campaign. Amidst the chaos, some players are delving into the evacuation orders, seeking hidden meanings in Arrowhead's broadcasted messages.
Reddit user Pinglyadya discovered what appears to be an egg hidden in the Moradesh videos. They further analyzed potential morse code strings, translating them into dots and dashes, which resulted in several codes: "045a5, 06efbc, e1b5f0 then 21232." While the purpose of these codes remains a mystery, Pinglyadya encouraged the community to explore further.
Hidden Messages in Moradesh Videos
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }The code "06EFBC" sparked interest in another thread, as it corresponds to the hex code for a shade of teal called "Last Straw," hinting at ominous undertones. While no solid evidence has surfaced beyond this, some fans are convinced that these messages contain hidden secrets.
Players have a history of uncovering secrets in Arrowhead's updates, but with the Meridian Singularity slowly approaching Super Earth, one wonders whether the Helldivers have the luxury of time for such pursuits.
Following the destruction of Moradesh, Arrowhead issued a new Major Order, tasking players with defending planets to facilitate the construction of a Penrose Energy Siphon. This device aims to effect 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
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This effort might halt the giant tear in space encroaching on the Helldivers' world, and perhaps release more secret messages into the ether.
All of this is part of Helldivers 2's ongoing, community-driven Galactic War, which has captivated the game's community for over a year. The Illuminate's invasion began in December, introducing new enemies and the first urban environments with city streets filled with mind-controlled civilians, dubbed the Voteless by Super Earth. These individuals, little more than zombies, pose a significant threat as they aim to dismember players.
