Is Helldivers 2 getting Warhammer 40K Warbond?

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Hans Steiner · Accepted Answer

Helldivers 2’s next Warbond goes Warhammer 40K

Helldivers 2 is set to get another crossover content drop: its next Legendary Warbond will be themed around Warhammer 40,000. The coverage positions the announcement as a long-requested match-up finally becoming real.

The key point is timing and expectations. The Warbond is described as arriving later this year, and multiple blurbs emphasize that players shouldn’t expect direct Space Marine content—so the crossover is focused on Warhammer-themed equipment, cosmetics, and warbond mechanics rather than converting the game into a full Space Marine experience.

Why it matters:

Crossover warbonds are a major part of Helldivers 2’s live-service momentum. Each drop typically reshapes how players approach builds and progression, even when the core loop stays the same.
Warhammer 40K has a massive, established audience across tabletop and video games. Adding a Warbond themed around it helps widen the game’s appeal while reinforcing its already “grim future” vibe.

In the broader context of the provided stories, Helldivers 2 has been in a phase of improving performance and regaining community goodwill after rougher periods tied to updates and events. Adding another named Warbond supports the idea that Arrowhead is still pushing meaningful content and identity through partnerships.

So, the immediate takeaway: expect Warhammer 40,000-themed Legendary Warbond content coming later this year in Helldivers 2, built around the Warbond system, not a full Space Marine conversion.