Helldivers 2 Players Seek Hidden Messages in Black Hole Crisis

Easter eggs and secret messages are a cherished tradition in many ongoing games, and Helldivers 2 is no exception. Amid the ongoing, calamitous conflict with the Illuminate, players are meticulously analyzing messages for hidden details, showcasing the community's dedication to uncovering every secret the game has to offer.

If you're not up to speed with the narrative in Helldivers 2, here's a quick recap: Developer Arrowhead has reintroduced the Illuminate as the latest threat to Super Earth, pushing the boundaries of galactic warfare. The eerie foe is using a massive black hole to slowly consume entire planets, with its latest targets being Angel's Venture and now, Moradesh. Ironically, this black hole was initially 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 outcomes of galactic campaigns build upon each other, leading to the current scenario where the Illuminate is pushing a black hole towards Super Earth.

MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING
EVACUATE PLANET
MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING

MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING
EVACUATE PLANET
MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING

MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING
EVACUATE PLANET
MORADESH EVACUATION WARNING pic.twitter.com/G4vpaIgLpz

— HELLDIVERS™ 2 (@helldivers2) March 14, 2025

As Moradesh faces evacuation, Helldivers are eagerly anticipating the next phase of this cataclysmic campaign. However, some players are delving deeper into the evacuation orders, searching for hidden meanings within Arrowhead's broadcasts.

Reddit user Pinglyadya shared an intriguing image of what appears to be an egg hidden in the Moradesh videos. In the comments, they further analyzed potential morse code strings, breaking them down into dots and dashes, which resulted in several codes: "045a5, 06efbc, e1b5f0 then 21232. We don't know what this is the code to but have fun."

Hidden Messages in Moradesh Videos
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The code "06EFBC" garnered attention in another thread, as it corresponds to the hex code for a shade of teal called Last Straw, hinting at an ominous undertone. While nothing concrete has emerged beyond this, some fans remain convinced that there's more to these messages.

This isn't the first time players have scoured Arrowhead's updates for secrets. With the Meridian Singularity slowly approaching Super Earth, one wonders if the Helldivers have the luxury of time to pursue these mysteries.

Following the destruction of Moradesh, Arrowhead issued a new Major Order for players, tasking them with defending planets to enable Super Earth to construct a Penrose Energy Siphon. This device aims to achieve a "one-time reduction" in Dark Energy Accumulation.

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

— HELLDIVERS™ 2 (@helldivers2) March 14, 2025

This effort could potentially halt the giant tear in space that threatens everything the Helldivers hold dear, and perhaps even reveal more secret messages.

Helldivers 2's ongoing, community-driven Galactic War has captivated its community for over a year. The Illuminate's invasion in December introduced new enemies and Super Earth colonies, including the game's first urban environments. These city streets are filled with innocent civilians, known as the Voteless, who are mind-controlled by the Illuminate and act like zombies, intent on tearing players limb from limb.