Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead Studios certainly knows how to tap into a dark sense of nostalgia. One year after the iconic liberation of Malevelon Creek, the game is sending players back to the planet to defend it against the relentless Automaton forces. Following a recent Major Order failure, the community was abuzz with speculation about a return to the Creek, especially with reports of the Automatons' new Incineration Corps targeting the Severin Sector. Malevelon Creek, with its dense jungle terrain and formidable enemies, became a legendary battleground, famously dubbed "Robot Vietnam" by players. After the initial victory, Arrowhead honored the effort with a special commemorative cape.

Over the weekend, a new Major Order confirmed that Helldivers will indeed be returning to Malevelon Creek. The offensive, spearheaded by the Incineration Corps, is already underway, with skirmishes and invasions spreading across the sector towards the Creek. Super Earth's in-game briefing has called on Helldivers to protect the resting place of the "Creekers" who sacrificed themselves during the original liberation, emphasizing the importance of preventing the "greatest net desecration" ahead of the upcoming Malevelon Creek Memorial Day.

New MAJOR ORDER

:Hold MALEVELON CREEK! pic.twitter.com/Dx6WuhG948

— Helldivers Alerts (@HelldiversAlert) March 30, 2025

The Helldivers 2 community is buzzing with excitement over this Major Order. Memes referencing everything from Starship Troopers to the Doom Slayer and even Delicious in Dungeon have flooded the Helldivers subreddit. Veterans of the original Creek battle, who remember the swarms of bots and the air filled with lasers, are ready for another round. Meanwhile, newer players who joined after the initial fight are eager to experience this iconic location and participate in the communal effort that defines Helldivers' gameplay. These shared experiences, tied to the game's ongoing narrative, create a truly immersive and memorable gaming experience.

However, there's a sense of cautious optimism among players. Some are concerned that Arrowhead might have more surprises in store. Despite the current success of the defensive efforts and the relative safety of Malevelon Creek, the Major Order still has five days to run. Teams are focusing on specific objectives as the sector continues to be a hotspot for Automaton incursions. As the war for the Creek intensifies, this week promises to be an exhilarating one for Helldivers players, watching the battle unfold in real-time.