Helldivers 2 is introducing an exciting community-driven feature: the creation and deployment of a massive “gigastructure” called the Democracy Space Station (DSS). Once completed, the DSS will become a powerful strategic weapon in the Galactic War, featuring advanced Helldiver-directed weaponry to support planetary liberation.
The game’s community will have the responsibility of choosing where to deploy the DSS through a “cutting-edge voting system.” Although the specifics of its abilities remain under wraps, it is clear that this structure will significantly impact the ongoing war efforts.
Arrowhead Game Studios released a blueprint for the DSS, showcasing its circular design and various attached components. The station’s outer shell includes a protective plate, with additional features that suggest it will be a formidable asset in battle. The blueprint notes that the DSS will wield powerful weapons, allowing players to use them to aid in missions.
Its deployment will be determined by the community’s vote, providing players with the power to decide where and when to unleash its capabilities. However, the precise function of the DSS remains a mystery, leaving fans to speculate about its potential uses.
The blueprint also includes a “Known Issues” section that sheds light on some of the more questionable aspects of the DSS’s construction. Due to budget constraints, there are no proper living spaces on the station, and High Command has resorted to “donations” from sick children at Super Citizen Anne’s Hospital.
This tongue-in-cheek detail suggests that the donations may not be entirely voluntary, reflecting the game’s satirical take on Super Earth’s militaristic government. The children who contributed to the project will reportedly receive a “field trip” to the DSS, though it’s unclear how thrilled they will be about visiting a war machine.
There are also several technical issues associated with the DSS. These include the risk of collapse, self-combustion, and unstable pressure readings, all of which highlight the unreliable nature of Super Earth’s military technology.
The inclusion of these failures adds to the game’s dark humor, as it underscores the chaos and hasty decision-making often present in the Helldivers’ operations. Furthermore, lavatories have been removed to make room for sentry repair units, reinforcing the idea that military efficiency is prioritized over basic human needs.
Before the Democracy Space Station can be used in battle, players must first complete at least four Major Orders, making it a long-term community objective. This requirement emphasizes the collaborative effort needed to complete the DSS, which will become available after significant coordination between players.
While there is speculation about how the DSS might tie into potential clan systems or even act as a player hub, its full range of capabilities is still unknown. For now, players are focused on the hard work required to make the DSS a reality, eagerly anticipating what role it will play in the game’s future.
