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Let’s discover who are the Illuminates in Helldivers 2. They have been added to the game as part of the Omens of Tyranny update.
The Illuminates in Helldivers 2 is a faction added in the Omens of Tyranny update. This was announced during The Game Awards 2024. First introduced back in the first installment, the Illuminate is a group of aliens that uses mind-controlled humans to do their bidding. This faction comes armed with an advanced arsenal. You and the other players in the game must defeat them.
In this article, we’ll explain the Illuminates in Helldivers 2 Omens of Tyranny update.
What You Need To Know About the Illuminates in Helldivers 2 Omens of Tyranny Update
What Is the Illuminates Faction
The Illuminates faction was first introduced in the original Helldivers. They call themselves the Squ’ith and are an aquatic species. Most players just call them “squids.” Their design is similar to that of the aliens from the 2005 film War of the Worlds. However, that’s where the similarities stop as this civilization can be unforgiving to its prisoners of war.
They can be seen operating flying saucers and commanding mind-controlled humans that have been morphed into abominations. These zombie-like enemies, referred to as “The Volteless” by Super Earth, likely earned their name because they no longer have a voice or autonomy, stripped of any say in democracy or freedom by the Illuminates’ control. Aside from that, they also possess high-end technology that can zap targets into dust.
All Illuminate Enemies in Helldivers 2
Omens of Tyranny update added four types of enemies for the Illuminate faction in Helldivers 2. Here is the list of all of them, and a brief description:
- The Voteless – They are humans who have been mind-controlled by the Illuminate. They work similarly to zombies and are strong only when they move in hordes. Individually, you can easily get rid of them.
- Overseers – This type of enemy is a humanoid alien that uses advanced technology to attack. They have bulky armor and can be dangerous when you let them come too close.
- Watchers – They are tiny scout drones that call in backup once they spot you. They can also blind players with flashbangs to disorient them.
- Harvesters – These and the Watchers are what made fans think that the Illuminates are based on the allies from War of the Worlds. The Harvesters are giant squid-like mechs that boast regenerating shields and deadly laser sights.
Tips and Tricks on How To Beat Illuminates in Hell Divers 2
Here are a few tips and tricks that you can use to beat the Illuminates in Helldivers 2 Omens of Tyranny update:
- The buildings on the new map can provide good cover against enemies. However, they don’t stay intact forever. The walls are destructible and won’t protect you for long periods.
- Use weaponized vehicles to your advantage. It’s fun mowing down hordes of mind-controlled humans with your teammates. Just don’t let them overwhelm your vehicle and flip it over.
- The enemies in this faction are very diverse. Make sure to bring a wide arsenal of weapons that can be flexible.
- Focus on watchers to break the shield. If possible, get rid of them before they regenerate their defenses.
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