Getting Started

The hub for all Cape Modding Information.

Required Programs

Blender 4.0

The main program you will be using for the creation of mods You can also download off of Steam. Just make sure you go to the properties of Blender and turn on the 4.0 setting in the Betas tab.

WARNING

Blender Version 4 is absolutely required.

Any version from 4.0 to 4.3 will suffice but versions beyond WILL NOT WORK.

Helldivers 2 SDK

The main modding tool for Helldivers 2 in the form of a Blender addon.

GIMP

Or your image editor of choice. For the Beginner guide we'll be using GIMP.

For further instruction on getting those set up please see Getting Started

Other Resources

Helldivers 2 Archive Labeling

Has the archive listing for every known cape in the game. (Updated very frequently)

HD2 Cape Modding Cheatsheet

Has the archive listing, file names, and shared asset markings for every known cape in the game. (Updated monthly)

Cape Modding Courses

Beginner's Course

If you've never made a mod, this course is for you.

Intermediate Course

If you've made a few mods before but never modded capes, you're the target demographic here.

Advanced Guide

For those who've already mad numerous cape mods, but want to learn the deepest secrets of the craft.