A Helldiver’s effectiveness isn’t solely reliant on powerful weaponry or sturdy equipment. Incorporating Stratagems into your loadout significantly enhances your combat capabilities in Helldivers 2. However, not all Stratagems are created equal, so here’s a guide highlighting the top five Stratagems to optimize your gameplay experience in Helldivers 2.
You may not have access to all these Stratagems in the early stages of Helldivers 2, but they’re worth striving for as you progress.
- Orbital Precision Strike: This Stratagem functions akin to Gears of War’s Hammer of Dawn. I’ve found it particularly effective against large, heavily armored robot adversaries. While it may not eliminate them outright, it significantly weakens them, especially when combined with sustained firepower. Notably, it boasts a short cooldown, allowing frequent usage for maximum impact.
- Guard Dog: Offering supplementary firepower, Guard Dog deploys a drone that hovers above, engaging nearby enemies. With each team member equipped with one, tackling formidable enemy nests becomes more manageable. The autonomous nature of Guard Dog makes it invaluable, providing additional surveillance against threats, especially against insect Terminids.
- Eagle Strike: When confronting formidable adversaries, Eagle Strike emerges as a vital asset. It unleashes a devastating carpet bomb attack that wreaks havoc within its zone of impact, often tipping the scales of battle in your favor. However, exercise caution as the substantial area of effect demands a swift retreat upon activation.
- Eagle Cluster Bomb: Unlike Eagle Strike’s widespread devastation, Eagle Cluster Bomb targets specific locations, making it ideal for nest assaults. While its area of effect is narrower, it still poses a significant threat to clustered enemy groups. Exercise caution to avoid becoming ensnared in its destructive aftermath.
- Shield Generator Pack: While offensive Stratagems dominate, the Shield Generator Pack offers crucial defensive capabilities. Providing a protective shield that absorbs enemy attacks, it grants essential breathing room amid chaotic battles. Especially vital in mitigating overwhelming enemy assaults, its utility becomes indispensable as engagements intensify. Although it unlocks at level 20, its team-wide benefit warrants prioritization.
Helldivers 2 is currently available on Steam and PS5, offering an exhilarating cooperative combat experience.
