Easter eggs and secret messages are a staple in many ongoing games, and Helldivers 2 is no exception. Amid the escalating conflict with the Illuminate, players are meticulously analyzing every message for hidden clues.
To catch up on the narrative, Arrowhead has reintroduced the Illuminate, who are now pushing the boundaries of galactic warfare by using a massive black hole to slowly consume planets. This black hole was originally created by Super Earth on Meridian in an attempt to eradicate a Terminid Super Colony. Arrowhead's storytelling thrives on the "yes, and" approach, where the consequences of previous actions ripple through the campaign. The current scenario, with the Illuminate advancing a black hole towards Super Earth, is the latest in a series of interconnected events.
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MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING pic.twitter.com/G4vpaIgLpz— HELLDIVERS™ 2 (@helldivers2) March 14, 2025
As Moradesh faces evacuation, the Helldivers community eagerly anticipates the next phase of this unfolding saga. However, some players are delving deeper into the evacuation orders, searching for hidden meanings in Arrowhead's broadcasts.
Reddit user Pinglyadya discovered what appears to be an egg hidden in the Moradesh videos and further analyzed potential morse code strings, translating them into codes such as "045a5, 06efbc, e1b5f0 then 21232." The purpose of these codes remains a mystery, but the community is intrigued.
Hidden Messages in Moradesh Videos
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The code "06EFBC" has sparked particular interest, as it matches the hex code for a shade of teal named Last Straw, hinting at something ominous. While no definitive conclusions have been reached, many fans believe there are secrets yet to be uncovered.
This isn't the first time players have scoured Arrowhead's updates for hidden messages. With the Meridian Singularity inching closer to Super Earth, the urgency of the situation raises questions about whether the Helldivers can afford to focus on these mysteries.
Following the destruction of Moradesh, Arrowhead issued a new Major Order, directing players to defend planets to facilitate the construction of a Penrose Energy Siphon. This device aims to achieve a "one-time reduction" in Dark Energy Accumulation, potentially slowing the advance of the black hole.
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 could be crucial in halting the encroaching threat and might also lead to more secret messages being discovered.
Helldivers 2's ongoing Galactic War, driven by community participation, has captivated players for over a year. The Illuminate's invasion began in December, introducing new enemies and Super Earth colonies with urban environments. These new settings feature city streets filled with the Voteless—civilians mind-controlled by the Illuminate and turned into zombie-like adversaries bent on dismembering the Helldivers.
