"Helldivers 2 Director Denies Blue Beam Threat as Players Report Illuminate Sightings"
Helldivers 2 players have reported mysterious blue laser beams damaging or killing players, sparking speculation about the return of the Illuminate faction from the original game. Developer Arrowhead's CEO Johan Pilestedt has denied the existence of these beams, reminiscent of a previous denial regarding flying Shrieker bugs. The potential resurgence of the Illuminate has players anticipating a tough battle, while the game's recent updates and cross-platform play continue to draw attention.