X users claim that Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old suspect in Charlie Kirk’s assassination, engraved video game references on bullet casings used in the shooting.
Helldivers 2 Connection
Law enforcement officials revealed that Robinson inscribed the sequence up arrow, right arrow, down arrow, down arrow, down arrow on casings, which may be a reference to the co-op shooter Helldivers 2. In the game, the code triggers a 500KG bomb, one of the most destructive stratagems available to players.
Investigators say Robinson etched the words “Hey fascist! Catch!” on a casing with “up arrow, right arrow, down arrow, down arrow, down arrow,” which implies that Robinson wanted Charlie Kirk to catch a 500KG bomb.
He f-ing inscribed Helldivers commands on his bullets https://t.co/VjLKI1Szwi
— Grummz (@Grummz) September 12, 2025
About Helldivers 2
Helldivers 2, developed by Arrowhead Game Studios, is known for its satirical use of fascist-like imagery. The game borrows from totalitarian aesthetics and propaganda to critique militarism and the glorification of endless war.
The developers have described the “Super Earth” government in the game as intentionally oppressive, with the over-the-top style meant to be ironic and thought-provoking rather than an endorsement of fascism.
What is known about Tyler Robinson
Law enforcement officials revealed that Tyler Robinson was taken into custody Thursday night.
News outlets have also reported:
- His father is a 27-year veteran of the Washington County Sheriff’s Department who contacted authorities and secured his son before he could be taken into custody.
- His mother, Amber Robinson, works for Intermountain Support Coordination Services, a state-contracted company that helps disabled people receive care.
- Robinson was a student at Utah State University on a scholarship, according to insiders who spoke to the Daily Mail.
- Social media posts show Robinson with two younger brothers, often on family vacations and sharing smiling selfies, including celebrations of his college acceptance.
- He was taken into custody around 11 p.m. Thursday in southern Utah.
- Robinson lives in a $600,000 six-bedroom home in Washington, Utah, about 260 miles south of Orem, where Charlie Kirk was assassinated.
🚨 BREAKING: The New York Post reports that 22-year-old Utah resident Tyler Robinson is in custody. Authorities say his father detained him until police arrived. pic.twitter.com/xDFXJdwo0g
— the Pulse (@thePulseGlobal) September 12, 2025
Ongoing Investigation
It remains unclear whether Robinson’s references to Helldivers 2 indicate a motive or if they were symbolic. Utah officials are expected to release more details as the investigation develops.
