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Helldivers 2: Minigun & New Gear in Python Commandos Warbond

Helldivers 2: Minigun & New Gear in Python Commandos Warbond
Helldivers 2 soldier wielding the M-1000 Maxigun with jungle-themed armor from the Python Commandos Warbond

Super Earth's bravest are about to receive a massive firepower upgrade! Arrowhead Game Studios has officially confirmed the imminent arrival of the Python Commandos Premium Warbond for Helldivers 2, set to deploy on December 2. This highly anticipated content drop addresses long-standing player requests, most notably introducing a devastating minigun alongside a host of jungle-themed weapons and armor, promising to redefine strategies against the galactic threats. Prepare for intense, action-packed liberation efforts like never before.

The Long-Awaited M-1000 Maxigun Arrives

The centerpiece of the Python Commandos Warbond is undoubtedly the M-1000 Maxigun, a weapon Helldivers have been "crying out for since launch." Arrowhead's Social Media and Community Manager, Katherine Baskin, echoed this sentiment, stating via the PlayStation Blog: "The Ministry of Defense received thousands of requests from squad commanders for a minigun and we’re excited to finally give our Helldivers access to the M-1000 Maxigun! Belt-fed with ultra-high ammo capacity, this one is sure to make those bugs bleed." This heavy-hitting, belt-fed behemoth evokes classic cinematic moments, promising a torrent of suppressive fire for any Helldiver engaging in galactic warfare.

Arsenal Expansion: New Weapons of Liberation

Beyond the formidable minigun, the Python Commandos Warbond significantly enhances the Helldivers' arsenal with three additional, distinct weapons designed to tackle diverse combat scenarios:

  • AX/FLAM-75 “Guard Dog” Hot Dog: A scorching drone companion equipped with a flamethrower. This drone "coats your foes in the fires of freedom" before strategically returning to your backpack for refueling, ensuring continuous fiery support.
  • CQC-9 Defoliation Tool: Described as a formidable melee weapon, this "chainsword-like" tool is poised to deliver devastating close-quarters damage, earning praise that even the Emperor of the grimdark 41st millennium would approve.
  • AR/GL-21 One-Two: This versatile new primary weapon combines an assault rifle with an integrated grenade launcher. Arrowhead notes that while it's "heavy to wield," the "damage dealt is heavy too," providing unprecedented primary slot versatility with "two guns in one."

Commanding Style: New Armor and Cosmetics

The Python Commandos Warbond doesn't just bring firepower; it also introduces new armor sets and cosmetic items that lean heavily into a rugged, jungle-themed aesthetic, complete with a shared, advantageous passive ability:

  • RS-20 Constrictor (Light Armor): The official uniform for the League of Patriotic Arm Wrestlers, this light armor set is guaranteed to give your squad "bigger and more rippling biceps to intimidate the enemy."
  • RS-40 Best of Prey (Heavy Armor): Patterned after the legendary Helldiver Ronald Mambo, this heavy armor set is designed for those who embody a "famously powerful and burly physique," offering robust protection.

Both the RS-20 Constrictor and RS-40 Best of Prey armor sets are equipped with the "Rock Solid" passive, which significantly increases your Helldiver's steadfastness against staggering and ragdolling attacks, allowing you to maintain your position under heavy fire. To complete the look, players will also find two new capes – "Foe Rent Asunder," pre-tattered for a battle-worn appearance, and "Mark of the Constrictor," for Helldivers who "strangle out any anti-democratic behavior" – alongside coordinating player cards.