Overview

• The Heart of Democracy update, now live on PS5 and PC, introduces urban warfare as players battle the Illuminate on Super Earth's city streets.
• New objectives include activating Planetary Defense Cannons to repel the invading fleet and safeguarding civilians under strict friendly-fire rules.
• SEAF AI squads have been added to assist players in combat, providing tactical backup and bolstering the defense of key objectives.
• Three new Illuminate enemy types—Fleshmob, Stingray jetfighters, and Crescent Overseers—bring unique challenges to the battlefield.
• This update marks the culmination of Helldivers 2's Galactic War narrative, following the community's failure to hold New Haven earlier this month.