Helldivers 2 Community Engages in Speculation Over Automatons' True Nature

Recent theories suggest Automatons may be controlled humans, raising ethical concerns among players.

A viral 4chan theory proposes that Automatons in Helldivers 2 are actually players being controlled, leading to aggressive behavior.
Destructoid article highlights players' growing suspicion that they might be fighting against converted Super Earth citizens.
Polygon discusses the game's satirical take on propaganda and oppression, questioning the morality of the game's conflict.
The Helldivers 2 community is actively engaging in speculation, fueled by in-game events and developer interactions.
Concerns over the Automatons' origins and the ethical implications of the conflict are causing players to question their roles.