Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead has announced the upcoming release of the game’s next premium Warbond called Polar Patriots, scheduled for 9 May. This new Warbond brings a deep freeze theme to the explosive co-op shooter, with a distinct Snowtrooper vibe. The Polar Patriots Warbond will cost 1,000 Super Credits, which can be earned through gameplay or purchased with real-world money. The items in the Warbond do not expire, allowing players to progress through them at their own pace. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming Polar Patriots Warbond in Helldivers 2.
Polar Patriots Premium Warbond Details
Polar Patriots will be available for 1,000 Super Credits, which can be earned through gameplay or purchased with real money. The Warbond items do not expire, allowing players to progress through them at their own pace.
New Weapons
AR-61 Tenderizer: A high-caliber assault rifle with limited magazine size.
SMG-72 Pummeler: A slower rate-of-fire SMG that dazes and confuses enemies with concussive rounds.
PLAS-101 Purifier: A charge-up energy rifle that deals massive damage when fully charged.
Super Earth High Command has approved the deployment of a new Warbond, codenamed Polar Patriots, on May 9.
With the cold steel of new weapons in hand, deliver a flurry of freedom (via an avalanche of airstrikes) to our enemies. https://t.co/2TvGA0cPQ9 pic.twitter.com/jV5DVnaRH9
— HELLDIVERS™ 2 (@helldivers2) May 2, 2024
Secondary Weapons / Utility Booster
G-13 Incendiary Impact: An instant-exploding white phosphorus grenade.
P-113 Verdict: A gas-powered, semi-automatic pistol with a large centrefire cartridge.
Motivational Shocks: Allows players to shed slowing effects like bug acid vomit.
Armor
CW-36 Winter Warrior: Provides perfect camouflage in snowy environments with a Servo-Assisted passive boost.
CW-22 Kodiak: Tested by patriotic volunteers, this armor offers a Fortified boost, reducing recoil and increasing resistance to explosion damage.
CW-4 Arctic Ranger: Features a utility belt for extra storage, with a speculated new armor trait.
The Polar Patriots Warbond includes 3x new primary weapons, armours, capes & emotes; as well as 1x new secondary weapon, grenade & utility booster.
Reminder: Warbonds are not time-limited. Once you buy it, you can reap the rewards whenever you like. Stay frosty, Helldivers. pic.twitter.com/JMwh94BnzB
— HELLDIVERS™ 2 (@helldivers2) May 2, 2024
Capes
Dissident’s Nightmare: Terrifying to dissent-afflicted citizens during testing.
Pinions of Everlasting Glory: Ensures ascension to the immortal ranks of valiant acts.
Order of the Venerated Ballot: Adorned with the insignia of a Ministry-sanctioned Patriot’s Club.
New Emotes
Mime Instrumentation: Rock out with this new move.
Call the Helldivers: Request incoming patriotic chat.
Distribute Ballots: Search for new voters in the heat of battle.
The Polar Patriots Warbond is one of many content updates planned for Helldivers 2, with developer Arrowhead Studios actively engaging with the game’s community to shape its future updates.
