5 Best Weapons in Helldivers 2

Helldivers 2 was released last month and has become the biggest PlayStation and PC release, selling over 8 million copies in the game. The game offers a great library of guns with 29 primary weapons. However, only 14 are unlockable now, and there’s no doubt more guns will be added to the game in future patches. While every gun has unique abilities, we have spent a lot of time finding the best guns to give you an edge over your enemies in the game.

Following are our 5 best weapons you and your friends can use now.

SG-225 Breaker

This gun is the game's all-time best shotgun you get; as expected, it is very powerful in short range, but surprisingly, it is also good at mid-range as well. You can easily acquire this gun in the early stages of the Standard Warband. It is a fully automated gun, and you can pair it up with a support weapon like a Railgun, Machine gun, or Grenade Launcher. The magazine size is small and only carries 16 shotgun shells, but you can easily take out both Terminids and Automatons with it, as it can take off armor easily.

JAR-5 Dominator

The JAR-5 Dominator is the best weapon you can get from the premium Warbond; its recoil may be high, but it is very explosive, can penetrate medium armor easily, and has good stopping power. While it doesn’t have the greatest damage, it comes with the equipped scope, which means you can take advantage of a better range and can easily blast bot heads with a single shot.

SMG-37 Defender

There are only two SMGs in Helldivers 2, but one can only be available for the Super Citizen Edition of the game, and the other can be unlocked through medals. It is better, anyway. The SMG-37 Defender has a slower fire rate but has better range and recoil and is exceptionally powerful in giving out damage. Due to its slower firing rate, it conserves ammo more effectively. If you’re looking for a close-range focused weapon that performs decently at close to mid-distance, you should try this gun.

AR-23E Liberator Explosive

The AR-23E is the starter Assault Rifle for all Helldivers and provides decent damage, recoil, and ammo capacity. It is not the gun that can win you any competition for being good, but it's a perfect option for you. If you don’t like swapping guns a lot during fights and are looking for a reliable primary gun, then it can be considered. You can also unlock the explosive version of the gun in the Premium Warbond, but the difference is barely noticeable. It Has the same basic damage, slower fire rate, and more recoil, but the explosion element is significantly better. It also offers scope for better precise shots that can damage enough to keep the bugs and bots at bay.

R-63 Diligence

The R-63 Diligence is a semi-automatic marksman rifle with lower recoil and higher capacity than the Counter Sniper. Still, it suffers from a lot of reticle sway and is best used when you can take cover; as you know, Helldivers 2 is a game where you can quickly overrun by enemies all around you, so if you want to get the best out of this rifle than having the team with coordination and communication is good to go.

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Conclusion

In Helldivers 2, equipping the right weaponry is crucial for overcoming many challenges. The SG-225 Breaker, JAR-5 Dominator, SMG-37 Defender, AR-23E Liberator Explosive, and R-63 Diligence stand out as top-tier choices, each offering unique advantages from devastating close-range power to precision at a distance. Mastery of these firearms can significantly enhance your effectiveness on the battlefield, ensuring you and your squad can face any threat head-on.