1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:09,500 This podcast reports news as if it's from the video game Helldivers, but is not associated with the creators and not affiliated with Arrowhead Game Studios in any way. 2 00:00:10,500 --> 00:00:25,600 This podcast is an original concept of a radio station within a fictional universe and is protected under Section 107 of the Copyright Act for Fair Use Legal Doctrine, permits the usage of criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching and research. 3 00:00:25,600 --> 00:00:30,100 All characters, sounds and music are original to this podcast. 4 00:00:55,600 --> 00:01:01,100 This podcast is an original concept of a radio station within a fictional universe and is protected under Section 107 of the Copyright Act for Fair Use Legal Doctrine, permits the usage of criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching and research. 5 00:01:25,600 --> 00:01:33,080 And that was Soul Swinging by Richard Farrell. 6 00:01:33,080 --> 00:01:35,820 And I am walking out the studio in a few minutes. 7 00:01:35,820 --> 00:01:36,820 Thanks for being here. 8 00:01:36,820 --> 00:01:38,460 I was Alice Love. 9 00:01:38,460 --> 00:01:41,400 And thanks for letting me be your morning DJ. 10 00:01:41,400 --> 00:01:43,800 Up next is Penny with the tech update. 11 00:01:43,800 --> 00:02:00,600 You're tuned in to hear what the latest tech's all about. 12 00:02:00,600 --> 00:02:15,080 Tech updates for Penny Live are keeping you up to date. 13 00:02:15,080 --> 00:02:16,080 Hello Helldivers. 14 00:02:16,080 --> 00:02:19,960 Penny Lively here, back again with your latest tech update from Super Earth Command. 15 00:02:19,960 --> 00:02:23,760 We've got a packed show today, so let's dive right in to the most recent developments 16 00:02:23,760 --> 00:02:26,520 on the battlefield. 17 00:02:26,520 --> 00:02:29,920 The major overhaul we've all been waiting for is finally here. 18 00:02:29,920 --> 00:02:33,560 Re-released at 0.01.001.100. 19 00:02:33,560 --> 00:02:38,440 This update brings sweeping changes across the board with reworks to anti-tank weaponry, 20 00:02:38,440 --> 00:02:42,240 armor penetration, and enemy health and armor values. 21 00:02:42,240 --> 00:02:46,280 Many of you have expressed concerns about being too reliant on a narrow set of weapons, 22 00:02:46,280 --> 00:02:49,560 and command has heard you loud and clear. 23 00:02:49,560 --> 00:02:55,040 With the new fix, weapons like auto-cannon, heavy machine gun, flamethrower, and anti-material 24 00:02:55,040 --> 00:03:01,640 rifle are more versatile against heavily armored enemies like bile titans and chargers. 25 00:03:01,640 --> 00:03:05,080 No longer will you be restricted to just anti-tank gear. 26 00:03:05,080 --> 00:03:09,880 Now you can pack a loadout that fosters team collaboration and tactical flexibility. 27 00:03:09,880 --> 00:03:14,120 On the enemy front, hulks have had their armor reduced giving you a wider range of options 28 00:03:14,120 --> 00:03:15,880 when taking them down. 29 00:03:15,880 --> 00:03:20,720 Meanwhile, Devastators and gunships have had their rocket supplies limited, so they'll 30 00:03:20,720 --> 00:03:23,680 still hit hard, but not as often. 31 00:03:23,680 --> 00:03:27,560 This should make engagements feel more balanced without sacrificing the intensity we've come 32 00:03:27,560 --> 00:03:30,120 to expect. 33 00:03:30,120 --> 00:03:32,160 Let's talk damage mechanics. 34 00:03:32,160 --> 00:03:36,920 Helldivers, we've made some important changes to how damage is distributed in combat. 35 00:03:36,920 --> 00:03:42,880 We've reduced the extra damage from headshots from 100% to 50%, making combat more consistent 36 00:03:42,880 --> 00:03:44,600 and less punishing. 37 00:03:44,600 --> 00:03:48,560 To keep the challenge alive, however, we've slightly increased damage to other parts of 38 00:03:48,560 --> 00:03:49,840 the body. 39 00:03:49,840 --> 00:03:53,640 This should give you more balanced firefights while minimizing those frustrating one-shot 40 00:03:53,640 --> 00:03:56,000 kills. 41 00:03:56,000 --> 00:03:57,800 Now on to the exciting part. 42 00:03:57,800 --> 00:04:02,200 Gas gameplay mechanics have been reworked in preparation for the Chemical Agents Warbond 43 00:04:02,200 --> 00:04:04,640 that launched on the 19th. 44 00:04:04,640 --> 00:04:09,240 Gas stratagems are now more crowd control focused, binding and confusing both enemies 45 00:04:09,240 --> 00:04:13,160 and Helldivers alike, so use those gas clouds wisely. 46 00:04:13,160 --> 00:04:18,100 This is about controlling the battlefield, not just racking up kills. 47 00:04:18,100 --> 00:04:20,560 Next up, stratagem balancing. 48 00:04:20,560 --> 00:04:24,920 Our intel team has worked tirelessly to ensure that stratagems capable of damaging heavily 49 00:04:24,920 --> 00:04:27,640 armored enemies are more effective. 50 00:04:27,640 --> 00:04:33,960 The Eagle 500kg bomb has a larger explosion radius, and sentry guns, both gatling and 51 00:04:33,960 --> 00:04:38,200 machine gun, now pack more punch with increased stagger force. 52 00:04:38,200 --> 00:04:42,260 In short, every weapon in your arsenal is better suited for dealing with the threats 53 00:04:42,260 --> 00:04:43,720 we face on the battlefield. 54 00:04:43,720 --> 00:04:46,720 But that's not all. 55 00:04:46,720 --> 00:04:50,920 BioTitan has introduced a new Galactic War feature, which will make it easier for Helldivers 56 00:04:50,920 --> 00:04:55,200 to track strategically important assets on the Galactic War map. 57 00:04:55,200 --> 00:04:59,440 We've also added the Emote Wheel feature, giving you better in-game communication with 58 00:04:59,440 --> 00:05:00,780 your squad. 59 00:05:00,780 --> 00:05:04,020 Just another tool to help you dominate your missions. 60 00:05:04,020 --> 00:05:07,640 Now let's cover a few key fixes from this patch. 61 00:05:07,640 --> 00:05:12,640 Bio Titans now properly take headshot damage and aiming issues, like weapons firing below 62 00:05:12,640 --> 00:05:15,520 the crosshair, have been addressed. 63 00:05:15,520 --> 00:05:21,360 We fixed several crashes and softlocks, including one that occurred during host migration. 64 00:05:21,360 --> 00:05:29,000 Hell bombs will now reliably explode in all biomes, even in swampy terrain. 65 00:05:29,000 --> 00:05:42,560 That covers the highlights from this patch, but we're not done yet. 66 00:05:42,560 --> 00:05:47,800 Drinking Kha'freedom, the coffee that's brewed for the brave, and served steaming 67 00:05:47,800 --> 00:05:50,520 with valor. 68 00:05:50,520 --> 00:05:57,600 Each cup is a bold declaration of your commitment to freedom, crafted from the finest beans 69 00:05:57,600 --> 00:06:02,060 harvested from the liberated corners of the galaxy. 70 00:06:02,060 --> 00:06:06,440 As you face the day's battles, let Kha'freedom be your fuel. 71 00:06:06,440 --> 00:06:19,200 The rich, robust flavor isn't just coffee, it's a salute to the fearless. 72 00:06:19,200 --> 00:06:21,980 There's also a hot fix that just went live. 73 00:06:21,980 --> 00:06:25,840 This addresses the crash that could happen during host migration when a new player joins 74 00:06:25,840 --> 00:06:26,840 the game. 75 00:06:26,840 --> 00:06:32,200 Also, you might have noticed some of you got your hands on General Brash's SH-32 shield 76 00:06:32,200 --> 00:06:33,840 generator packs. 77 00:06:33,840 --> 00:06:38,320 A big no-no, since those are reserved for 10-star generals. 78 00:06:38,320 --> 00:06:44,000 Those distribution errors have been corrected, and the workers responsible have been... sent 79 00:06:44,000 --> 00:06:47,560 to re-education camps. 80 00:06:47,560 --> 00:06:50,640 Regular shield distribution has resumed. 81 00:06:50,640 --> 00:06:52,800 Before I sign off, a quick reminder. 82 00:06:52,800 --> 00:06:57,160 We're keeping an eye on a few known issues, such as enemies shooting through walls during 83 00:06:57,160 --> 00:07:01,980 high-value asset missions, and those sneaky large enemy units that sometimes sneak up 84 00:07:01,980 --> 00:07:04,560 on you without audio cues. 85 00:07:04,560 --> 00:07:10,040 Command is working on those, but until then, stay sharp. 86 00:07:10,040 --> 00:07:14,560 Don't forget to check out the link tree to order a GNR 107 coffee mug. 87 00:07:14,560 --> 00:07:20,160 While you're there, pick up a fresh bag of Kha'freedom to fuel your fight for freedom. 88 00:07:20,160 --> 00:07:22,880 That's all for today's Tech Update, Hilldivers. 89 00:07:22,880 --> 00:07:27,300 Command will be back with another balance pass by Day 60 to fine-tune these changes 90 00:07:27,300 --> 00:07:30,000 and keep your feedback front and center. 91 00:07:30,000 --> 00:07:37,520 Keep sending in your reports, and as always, stay safe out there, Helldiver. 92 00:07:37,520 --> 00:07:39,960 And that was today's Tech Update. 93 00:07:39,960 --> 00:07:43,080 I'm Jesse, and I am your afternoon DJ. 94 00:07:43,080 --> 00:07:47,760 Up next is one of the songs that I've been really feeling... of late. 95 00:07:47,760 --> 00:07:52,480 Here is Crossfire by Pee Vee and Suno. 96 00:07:52,480 --> 00:07:56,400 He walks a lonely road caught between two sides. 97 00:07:56,400 --> 00:08:00,080 Heart full of questions, but he can't decide true. 98 00:08:00,080 --> 00:08:03,160 Strength and burden, it's a heavy load. 99 00:08:03,160 --> 00:08:06,280 He's trying to find where his souls are bowed. 100 00:08:06,280 --> 00:08:23,600 I stand tall with kindness, heart open wide. 101 00:08:23,600 --> 00:08:27,600 But the world around me makes it hard to confide. 102 00:08:27,600 --> 00:08:30,520 No need to prove it, strength from inside. 103 00:08:30,520 --> 00:08:33,960 But I'm lost in a place where these worlds collide. 104 00:08:33,960 --> 00:08:44,160 I stand tall with kindness, heart open wide. 105 00:08:44,160 --> 00:08:48,200 But the world around me makes it hard to confide. 106 00:08:48,200 --> 00:08:51,120 No need to prove it, strength from inside. 107 00:08:51,120 --> 00:08:54,520 But I'm lost in a place where these worlds collide. 108 00:08:54,520 --> 00:08:58,000 I lift you up higher, no need to tear down. 109 00:08:58,000 --> 00:09:01,480 But when they speak, it feels like I'll drown. 110 00:09:01,480 --> 00:09:04,560 Gentle and humble in every small town. 111 00:09:04,560 --> 00:09:08,600 Yet they say I'm not needed, they wear the crown. 112 00:09:08,600 --> 00:09:11,720 True strength is loving, true strength is caring. 113 00:09:11,720 --> 00:09:15,560 But how can I be strong when the weight's overbearing? 114 00:09:15,560 --> 00:09:18,960 It's been the humble in every small town. 115 00:09:18,960 --> 00:09:22,520 Yet they say I'm not needed, they wear the crown. 116 00:09:22,520 --> 00:09:28,520 True strength is loving, true strength is caring. 117 00:09:28,520 --> 00:09:36,080 But how can I be strong when the weight's overbearing? 118 00:09:36,080 --> 00:09:42,080 It's been in there always, open and sharing. 119 00:09:42,080 --> 00:09:55,960 But told, told I'm worthless, just a burden and a bear ring. 120 00:09:55,960 --> 00:10:00,080 I walk with respect and show what is right. 121 00:10:00,080 --> 00:10:02,800 In every action I keep love in sight. 122 00:10:02,800 --> 00:10:06,200 But the words I've heard, they cut deep and wide. 123 00:10:06,200 --> 00:10:09,960 Now I'm torn between standing and stepping aside. 124 00:10:09,960 --> 00:10:13,400 It's not about boasting or taking control. 125 00:10:13,400 --> 00:10:16,520 It's lifting each other, defeating the soul. 126 00:10:16,520 --> 00:10:19,960 But where do I fit in this picture they paint? 127 00:10:19,960 --> 00:10:24,040 When I'm trying to love, but it's met with restraint. 128 00:10:24,040 --> 00:10:27,120 True strength is loving, true strength is caring. 129 00:10:27,120 --> 00:10:30,920 But how can I be strong when the weight's overbearing? 130 00:10:30,920 --> 00:10:34,360 It's been the humble in every small town. 131 00:10:34,360 --> 00:10:37,920 Yet they say I'm not needed, they wear the crown. 132 00:10:37,920 --> 00:10:44,040 True strength is loving, true strength is caring. 133 00:10:44,040 --> 00:10:51,560 But how can I be strong when the weight's overbearing? 134 00:10:51,560 --> 00:10:58,520 It's been in there always, open and sharing. 135 00:10:58,520 --> 00:11:04,760 But told, told I'm worthless, just a burden and a bear ring. 136 00:11:04,760 --> 00:11:08,320 So here I stand caught between two worlds. 137 00:11:08,320 --> 00:11:11,400 Trying to be strong, though my mind is swirled. 138 00:11:11,400 --> 00:11:14,800 I believe in love and lifting you high. 139 00:11:14,800 --> 00:11:18,160 But it's hard to keep going when I'm lost in the fight. 140 00:11:18,160 --> 00:11:36,360 This show, Helldivers Radio, was a PV production. 141 00:11:36,360 --> 00:11:40,760 All music, sound, not original to the podcast is licensed to the podcast. 142 00:11:40,760 --> 00:11:46,880 We ask that you contact us at helldiverradio at gmail.com before using any sounds or music 143 00:11:46,880 --> 00:11:50,400 for commercial usage for this reason. 144 00:11:50,400 --> 00:12:17,400 Thanks for listening.