Fire, weapons and emotes: What does the new Helldivers 2 Warbond bring?

The new Premium Warbond, codenamed Freedom's Flame, will be available to all active patriots on August 8 and promises to set the galaxy on fire with its incendiary arsenal. Get ready for an explosive experience! This is no ordinary update. It's a revolution in Helldiver warfare, bringing heat to battle like never before!

Freedom's Flame Warbond is packed with firepower that will make even the staunchest of enemies tremble! The SG-451 Cookout is an incredible pump that will scatter incendiary phosphorus balls across the battlefield, ensuring that no bug or mechanized monster can withstand your onslaught! The FLAM-66 Torcher is an incredibly lightweight flamethrower that lets you blast through enemy lines with a blazing open flame, embodying the spirit of freedom!

But what's firepower without protection? The I-09 Heatseeker armor plates are forged in righteous fire and will make you a vision of democracy! They also provide 75% resistance to fire damage, so you can dive headfirst into danger. Featuring incredible silicon fiber foam, the I-102 Draconaught armor will let you enjoy the satisfying squeals of burning enemies while keeping you safe and sound!

And let's not forget the style! With Freedom's Flame Warbond, you can paint your rocketship, helicopter and Exosuit a bold, eye-catching safety orange! It's a statement that will turn heads and make a strong impression. The Purifying Eclipse cloak and Breach card honor the incredible sacrifices made in the name of freedom.

The Helldivers universe is expanding, and with Warbond Freedom's Flame, you're not just playing a game - you're part of an incredible saga! The new emotes are here and ready to make your victories shine! The Big Stretch, Deep Reflection and Thoracic Collision Exultation Maneuver co-emotes are ready so you can celebrate your victories in style and flair.

Mark your calendars! On August 8, the Freedom's Flame Warbond is lit in space. Time to light it up in the name of freedom! Get ready to burn down everything in your path with new weapons that are almost too hot to handle! Are you ready to walk through the fires of Hellmire and emerge victorious? Let's do it!

For all the latest on the flaming arsenal and heroic stories behind Freedom's Flame Warbond, check out the official announcement on the PlayStation Blog! It's time for hell to begin, Helldivers! Let's do it!