Helldivers 2: Best Weapons after the Latest Patch

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This Helldivers 2 weapons tier list will go through the best guns after the latest patch in the game to help you decide what to use.

In short, the best weapons include the PLAS-1 Scorcher, the AC-3 Arc Thrower, and the SSG-225IE Breaker Incindiary.

Let’s go through all options in turn, starting from the best ones.

S-Tier (Best Weapons in Helldivers 2)

Helldivers 2 weapons tier list - best weapons.

S-Tier weapons are amazing choices overall to deal with any enemy. They stand out due to high DPS and accuracy, as well as rapid fire rate.

  • PLAS-1 Scorcher
  • AC-3 Arc Thrower
  • SSG-225IE Breaker Incendiary

Let’s go through these three weapons in further detail

PLAS-1 Scorcher

One of the best weapons in Helldivers 2 after the last major patch is the PLAS-1 Scorcher. It features explosive rounds, high base damage, medium armor penetration, and low recoil.

It can deal with most tricky enemies like Spore Spewers fairly easily, which makes clearing higher-difficulty missions significantly easier. The only setback is its low magazine size.

AC-3 Arc Thrower

The AC-3 Arc Thrower is an amazing choicce is this patch due to its high damage, long range, and infinite ammo supply.

Overall, this weapon makes progression through the game significantly easier as you don’t have to worry about ammo. You’ll end up having the most kills at the end of each mission as you’ll have the ideal weapon for small and mid-sized targets.

SSG-225IE Breaker Incendiary

With the fall of the Breaker weapon, the Incendiary variant (which is unlocked via the Battle Pass) has risen through the ranks. This weapon didn’t receive the magazine and recoil nerfs that were applied to the Breaker and thus is an ideal choice.

With high fire damage, low recoil, and a high magazine capacity, it’s a great all-around choice.

A-Tier

Helldivers 2 weapons tier list - best weapons.

A-Tier weapons feature high damage and overall great stats but are not as overpowered as S-Tier options.

  • AR-20L Justice
  • SMG-45 Defender
  • SG-8P Punisher Plasma
  • MG-105 Stalwart
  • Flamethrower
  • SG-8 Punisher
  • ARC-12 Blitzer
  • Laser Cannon
  • MP-98 Knight SMG
  • SMG-34 Ninja
  • AC-5 Arc Shotgun
  • M2016 Constitution

B-Tier

B-tier weapons are great and can stand out in the right builds, but they require the right playstyle to make the most out of them.

  • AR-19 Liberator
  • SG-225 Breaker
  • RX-1 Rail Gun
  • AR-14D Paragon
  • Assault Penetrator
  • LHO-63 Camper
  • P-6 Gunslinger
  • AR-22C Patriot
  • FLAM-24 Pyro
  • Saber

C-Tier

Helldivers 2 weapons tier list - best weapons.

Weapons in the C tier are slightly more situational. They can deal solid damage and be useful, but only in very specific builds and loadouts.

  • LAS-13 Trident
  • CR-9 Suppressor
  • P-2 Peacemaker
  • DBS-2 Double Freedom

F-Tier Weapons in Helldivers 2

Lastly, F-Tier weapons are currently underperforming, and I recommend avoiding them completely unless you really enjoy their playstyle.

  • LAS-12 Tanto
  • PLAS-3 Singe
  • LAS-16 Sickle
  • LAS-5 Scythe

Wrapping up

To wrap up this Helldivers 2 tier list, the best weapons in the game after the patch are the PLAS-1 Scorcher, the AC-3 Arc Thrower, and the SSG-225IE Breaker Incindiary.

Keep in mind that tier lists are, above all, subjective, and it’s important to try all weapons (or at least as many as you can) before settling on your favorite one.

What’s your favorite weapon in the game? What would you change in this tier list, and what would you change in terms of weapon balance to buff some of the underperforming guns? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below.

Before leaving, if you’re interested in trying out a different game, check out our best Tank build in Enshrouded and the best small ship in Skull and Bones.

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