Helldivers 2 boss drops binary code hint about Cyborg return

Arrowhead Studios CEO drops cryptic binary message translating to "you're gonna s*** your pants" as Swedish invasion communications hint at Cyborg faction's return to Helldivers 2 across PS5, Xbox and PC.

Arrowhead Studios CEO Shams Jorjani has posted a cryptic binary code message on the Helldivers Discord, according to GameSpot, translating to 'you're gonna s*** your pants' — a playful warning that has Helldivers 2 players across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC speculating about an impending threat. The message comes alongside Swedish communications from official game accounts suggesting an invasion force, fuelling theories that the Cyborg faction from the original Helldivers is making its return.

Binary code reveals ominous warning

On the Helldivers Discord channel, Jorjani posted the following sequence: '01011001 01101111 01110101 00100111 01110010 01100101 00100000 01100111 01101111 01101110 01101110 01100001 00100000 01110011 01101000 01101001 01110100 00100000 01111001 01101111 01110101 01110010 00100000 01110000 01100001 01101110 01110100 01110011.' When decoded, this translates to English as 'you're gonna s*** your pants' — part of a running joke the CEO first used last year.

The cryptic messaging extends beyond Discord. Official Helldivers 2 accounts have been sharing messages in Swedish that read like communications from an invading force. One such message states: 'Super Earth people. Do not be afraid. We are not here to cause harm.' The peaceful tone contrasts sharply with the ominous implications of an outside force addressing Super Earth citizens directly.

Cyborg faction comeback theory gains traction

The prevailing theory among the Helldivers 2 community is that these teases point to the return of the Cyborg faction from the first Helldivers game. This speculation isn't baseless — players are currently dealing with the Automaton faction having stolen plans for Super Earth's Not-A-Death-Star space station, leading to mobilisation efforts on Cyberstan, the Automaton home planet.

The timing and context of these messages, combined with the current in-game situation involving robotic enemies and references to cybernetic themes, strongly suggest that the mechanical menace from the original game may be making its debut in the sequel. The Cyborg faction was known for their advanced technology and relentless assault tactics in the first Helldivers.

What's next for Helldivers 2

Arrowhead has previously teased that a prototype exists for a roguelite mode in Helldivers 2, though the studio has yet to confirm this feature will be added. The developer continues to expand the game's content through regular updates and community events that drive the ongoing galactic war narrative.

UAE players, like their global counterparts, can expect whatever threat these teases represent to impact their cooperative missions across all platforms. Jorjani recently responded to concerns about Helldivers movie director Justin Lin not playing the games, encouraging fans to 'let Justin Lin cook' while awaiting film updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Shams Jorjani's binary code say?

The binary code translates to 'you're gonna s*** your pants' — a playful warning from the Arrowhead Studios CEO about an impending threat in Helldivers 2.

Which enemy faction is returning to Helldivers 2?

Players theorise the Cyborg faction from the original Helldivers game is returning, based on recent teases and the current in-game situation involving Cyberstan.

What are the Swedish messages in Helldivers 2 about?

Official accounts posted messages like 'Super Earth people. Do not be afraid. We are not here to cause harm,' suggesting communications from an invading force.