Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead Studios clearly enjoys nostalgic callbacks with a twist. A year after the infamous liberation of Malevelon Creek in-game, players are once again deploying to defend the planet against relentless Automaton forces.
Following a recent failed Major Order, rumors swirled about Automatons—now reinforced by their scorching Incineration Corps—targeting the Severin Sector. This region, especially Malevelon Creek, became legendary during one of Helldivers 2's earliest collective milestones, where players united to maintain Super Earth's foothold.
The dense jungle environment and deadly adversaries earned Malevelon Creek nicknames like "Robot Vietnam." After securing victory, Arrowhead commemorated the battle with an exclusive in-game cape.
This weekend's Major Order confirmed Helldivers are returning to Malevelon Creek. The Incineration Corps' offensive is underway, with early skirmishes already erupting across the sector as forces converge on the contested planet.
Super Earth's briefing frames this as protecting hallowed ground—the final resting place of fallen "Creekers"—to prevent what officials call the "ultimate desecration" ahead of Malevelon Creek Memorial Day.
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The community's reaction lives up to expectations. The Helldivers subreddit exploded with memes referencing Starship Troopers, Doom Slayer, and surprisingly, Delicious in Dungeon. Veterans of the original battle—who remember skies ablaze with lasers and bot swarms—are preparing for Round Two.
New recruits who missed the first conflict appear equally excited to experience this iconic battleground. These coordinated community events, where players collectively build toward climactic moments, create truly special experiences when tied to persistent lore and shared universe-building.
Some strategic concerns persist—while defenses currently hold and Malevelon Creek remains secure, five days remain in the Major Order. Focused strike teams continue targeting key objectives as Automaton incursions persist across the sector. This evolving narrative promises an exhilarating week for the Helldivers community as the fate of Malevelon Creek hangs in the balance.
