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Everything HD2 Guides has published on Helldivers2 in one place — rankings, build advice, step-by-step walkthroughs and patch analysis. Each guide is fact-checked against primary sources and refreshed as the game changes.

Game data

Release dateFeb 8, 2024
DeveloperArrowhead Game Studios
GenresAction
How long to beat31.82h · 100%: 87.05h
Steam reviewsMostly Positive · 75.4% (1,157,787)
Players online now66,759 · peak 458,046
Steam Deck / Protonplayable · gold
Achievements38 · 10.7%
Speedrun recordOperation 100% · 8:45
Best tracked price$31.99 @ GameBillet

Tags: CapitalismExtraction ShooterDifficultGreat SoundtrackViolentThird PersonMultiplayerThird-Person ShooterCo-opShooter

Sources: Steam, HowLongToBeat, ProtonDB, SteamSpy, Speedrun.com, CheapShark, Xbox Game Pass catalog. Data updated Aug 24.

Signature Stratagems

Core stratagem loadout picks used across Helldive difficulty — mix defense, orbital, and support.

Selected highlights curated by our editors from current warbond loadouts.
StratagemTypeCooldownBest Against
ReinforceMission0sBring back fallen Helldivers
Orbital Precision StrikeOrbital90sChargers, tanks, factory striders
Eagle 500kg BombEagle8s (charge)Bile titans, heavy nests
AutocannonSupport Weapon480sDevastators, dropships, medium armor
Machine Gun SentrySentry180sChaff clearing on defense missions
Anti-Materiel RifleSupport Weapon480sLong-range sniping of hulks
Orbital Railcannon StrikeOrbital210sGuaranteed one-shot on largest enemy
Shield Generator RelayBackpack180sTeam defense during extract
Recoilless RifleSupport Weapon480sTwo-shot chargers, one-shot dropships
Guard Dog RoverBackpack480sAoE trash clearing while you focus heavies

Quick Tips

  • Standard 4-slot balance: 1 anti-heavy support + 1 orbital nuke + 1 sentry/support gear + 1 backpack.
  • Recoilless + Autocannon are the two 'you must bring one' picks for Helldive vs Automatons.
  • 500kg is the highest cooldown-to-damage ratio in the game — use it as a boss opener.

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Descubra se Helldivers 2 tem melhorias de armas, no que gastar primeiro, erros comuns e como evoluir rápido sendo iniciante.

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Helldivers2 · Patch Notes & Updates

Patch Notes

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Patch Notes

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O que mudou nas notas de patch de Helldivers 2 7.0.2, incluindo novas ameaças Illuminate, suporte da SEAF, aumento do level cap e itens de ação para o squad.

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Helldivers 2 patch notes 7.0.2: What changed in the Void update era

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Helldivers2 · Boss Guides

8 major bosses in Helldivers2, each with a dedicated hub linking every guide that covers the fight.

Helldivers2 · Frequently Asked Questions

Top 12 community questions from Google People Also Ask. See the full FAQ hub

La furtivité est-elle viable dans Helldivers 2 ?

Oui, mais il s’agit d’une furtivité axée sur les objectifs, pas d’un pacifisme sur toute la carte. Elle fonctionne au mieux avec une armure Scout ou furtive, des armes silencieuses, une bonne discipline de déplacement et une escouade qui ne tire pas sur chaque patrouille.

Quelle est la meilleure armure furtive dans Helldivers 2 ?

L’armure légère Scout ou une armure à passif furtif est le meilleur point de départ. Le passif aide à la détection et aux déplacements, tandis que la mobilité d’une armure légère permet de corriger les erreurs plus rapidement.

Les armes silencieuses rendent-elles la furtivité facile ?

Non. Elles rendent la furtivité plus permissive. Vous devez toujours contrôler les lignes de vue, planifier vos routes et faire preuve de retenue.

Les joueurs furtifs devraient-ils acheter un Warbond ?

Oui, si vous voulez des outils dédiés. Redacted Regiment est l’achat furtif le plus évident, tandis que Control Group est plus avancé et davantage axé sur les routes.

Puis-je jouer furtif en solo ?

Oui. La furtivité en solo est l’une des meilleures façons d’utiliser une armure Scout ou furtive, car vous contrôlez chaque tir et chaque décision de déplacement. Prenez une solution d’urgence contre les blindés afin qu’une seule approche ratée ne mette pas fin à la partie.

La furtivité est-elle efficace pour récupérer des échantillons ?

Oui, surtout avec une armure légère. La furtivité vous permet de contourner les combats, de récupérer des échantillons et de partir avant que la pression des patrouilles ne devienne trop coûteuse.

Is stealth viable in Helldivers 2?

Ja, aber es ist objective-first Stealth und kein Full-Map-Pacifism. Es funktioniert am besten mit Scout- oder Stealth-Rüstung, suppressed Waffen, sauberer Routenführung und einem Squad, das nicht auf jede Patrouille schießt.

What is the best stealth armor in Helldivers 2?

Light Scout oder Stealth-Passive-Rüstung ist der beste Einstieg. Der Passive hilft bei Erkennung und Routing, während leichte Bewegung dir erlaubt, Fehler schneller zu korrigieren.

Do suppressed weapons make stealth easy?

Nein. Sie machen Stealth verzeihender. Du brauchst trotzdem Sichtlinien-Kontrolle, Routenplanung und Zurückhaltung.

Should stealth players buy a Warbond?

Ja, wenn du dedizierte Tools willst. Redacted Regiment ist der klarste Stealth-Kauf, während Control Group eher fortgeschritten und route-fokussiert ist.

Can I stealth solo?

Ja. Solo-Stealth ist einer der besten Einsatzzwecke für Scout- oder Stealth-Rüstung, weil du jeden Schuss und jede Routenentscheidung kontrollierst. Nimm eine Notfall-Antwort gegen Armor mit, damit ein einzelner gescheiterter Ansatz nicht den Run beendet.

Is stealth good for samples?

Ja, besonders mit Light Armor. Stealth lässt dich Kämpfe umgehen, Samples einsammeln und gehen, bevor Patrouillendruck teuer wird. <>

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Helldivers2 · Rarest Achievements

  • Hold my primary, I'm going in!10.80% of players
  • Gone in 360 seconds!11.00% of players
  • Caught them by Supplies!11.50% of players
  • It's the only way to be sure...13.00% of players
  • Let's call it a draw24.80% of players
  • Fully operational25.30% of players
  • Hold My Liber-tea!26.30% of players
  • That which does not kill you...26.40% of players
  • Ship it!31.80% of players
  • Hell Dive32.50% of players

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