Exciting news for Helldivers 2 fans! The community finally gets their wish with the new Redacted Regiment warbond, launching on January 22. This update features a range of covert gear, including stealthy weapons like suppressed primaries and a unique dart pistol that causes chemical delirium. There’s also the B/MD C4 Pack for those who love remote-triggered explosions.
The question remains: will stealth actually work? Fans have been chuckling about this since launch. Regardless, Arrowhead Games is delivering on the fantasy.
Originally set for January 20, the release was pushed back due to a “key issue” found during testing, which has now been resolved, according to Community Manager Baskinator via Discord. This new premium warbond will be available at 5 AM PST / 8 AM EST, just after a patch that rolls out three hours earlier.
Here’s a handy time breakdown for various regions:
| Region | Time Zone | Local Time | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, USA | PST | 5:00 AM | January 22 |
| New York, USA | EST | 8:00 AM | January 22 |
| London, UK | GMT | 1:00 PM | January 22 |
| Tokyo, Japan | JST | 10:00 PM | January 22 |
| Sydney, Australia | AEDT | 12:00 AM | January 23 |
When the warbond goes live, players can find it in the game’s Acquisitions terminal. Players are eager to see what Arrowhead delivers this time.
Why “Stealth” Is the Buzz
The irony is not lost on the community as a stealth-focused warbond arrives in a game where stealth is more comedic than practical. Suppressors, as players have noted, don’t do much to reduce enemy detection in Helldivers 2.
The official trailer highlights this absurdity—at one point, a bright red drop flare signals players’ presence during a stealth segment. It’s almost as if the developers are having fun with the concept, offering suppressed weapons that may be just as loud as regular ones.
Interestingly, Arrowhead isn’t pretending this warbond will change the gameplay. It’s more about creating a roleplay experience for players who enjoy the idea of being stealth operators, even if they get detected quickly.
Most players know what to expect: Redacted Regiment is not about sneaking around unscathed. Instead, it slightly tips the scales in players’ favor when the action heats up.
Are you getting the Redacted Regiment on launch day, or waiting to see if stealth gets a boost first? Join the conversation!
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