Evidence and context
Guides separate documented game facts from editorial equipment advice. Check the patch, faction and squad context; topics awaiting review display their status.
Helldivers 2 Wiki · Independent fan field archive
Helldivers 2 Wiki
Choose a loadout for your enemy faction, find weapon unlocks and decide which Warbond to buy. Get practical Helldivers 2 answers before your next dive.
Patch 7.1.1 · Sources checked October 10, 2026
Loadouts by enemy faction
Current game status · Patch 7.1.1 · September 24, 2026
Patch 7.1.1 is live
Helldivers 2 is on patch 7.1.1. It fixes fullscreen terminal and superwide-window crashes; the preceding 7.1.0 balance patch improves Trident, One-Two and Orbital Precision Strike and increases pressure on High-Value Assets defense missions.
- 01
Current version
7.1.1 fixes two crash cases. Use the September 22 balance changes to choose weapons: Trident recoil is corrected, One-Two carries more grenades, and Precision Strike has an 80-second base cooldown.
- 02
Latest Premium Warbond
Ironclad Democracy launched September 22 with Arbitrator, Evictor, Breacher, new throwables, armor and boosters. Compare the unlocks with the roles your current kit needs.
- 03
Known issues
Arrowhead’s October 9 list includes Hyena reload losses, wrong mission types, incorrect call-in displays and Illuminate clipping on High-Value Assets. Match the symptom before changing a working kit.
Deployment path
Your Helldivers 2 journey
Choose the question you need answered: how to start, what to bring, how to counter an enemy or where to spend your Medals.
01
Beginner Guide
Learn Helldivers 2 objectives, currencies, samples, reinforcements, friendly fire, extraction and the Galactic War loop.
02
Best Stratagems & Loadouts
Build Helldivers 2 loadouts around squad gaps, mission pressure and the enemy front instead of one permanent tier list.
03
Enemies & Weaknesses
Study Helldivers 2 armor, weak points, attack patterns and threat priority across all three enemy factions.
04
Warbonds & Progression
Understand Helldivers 2 Warbonds, Medals, Super Credits, unlock priorities and source-aware buying decisions.
24 guides · 1 awaiting review · 7 sections
The Helldivers 2 Wiki mission index
Find faction loadouts, weapon unlocks, enemy counters, Warbond buying advice and current patch changes. Each guide helps you make a specific decision before deployment.
4 guides
Guides
Beginner deployment, currencies, progression and practical mission fundamentals.
Open sector4 guides · 1 awaiting review
Warbonds
Buying priorities, current releases and source-aware Warbond comparisons.
Open sector6 guides
Loadouts
Weapons, Stratagems and squad builds organized around mission pressure.
Open sector4 guides
Enemies
Faction briefings, weak-point research and threat priorities for every front.
Open sector1 guide
Galactic Map Guide
Learn to read the in-game map, supply routes and Major Orders before choosing a deployment.
Open sector2 guides
Player Count & Server Help
Understand Steam player counts and check official notices to troubleshoot login, matchmaking and rewards.
Open sector3 guides
Updates
Patch summaries, roadmap context and links back to official announcements.
Open sectorGame briefing
What is Helldivers 2?
Helldivers 2 is a cooperative third-person shooter developed by Arrowhead Game Studios. Squads deploy across hostile planets to defend Super Earth and influence a shared Galactic War.
Players combine weapons, armor and powerful Stratagems such as orbital strikes, air support, turrets and support equipment while fighting Terminids, Automatons and Illuminate forces. Friendly fire is always on, so positioning and coordinated loadouts matter.
Explore Helldivers 2 Wiki guides Watch Devoid of Liberty trailer- Developer 01
- Arrowhead Game Studios
- Publisher 02
- Sony Interactive Entertainment
- Platforms 03
- PC · PS5 · Xbox Series X|S
- Genre 04
- Co-op third-person shooter
- Squad size 05
- Up to 4 players
- Initial release 06
- February 8, 2024
- Level cap 07
- 300
- Enemy factions 08
- Terminids · Automatons · Illuminate
Guide verification
How Helldivers 2 Wiki verifies guide information
Helldivers 2 game facts are checked against official announcements and primary sources. Patch-sensitive guidance includes the applicable version and last reviewed date.
When to recheck a loadout
Check the guide version before copying a kit. When a patch changes recoil, ammunition or call-in cooldowns, revisit the affected slot and check whether the squad still covers the mission roles.
Quick answers
Before your next dive
Is Helldivers 2 Wiki an official site?
No. This is an independent fan-made guide site. Arrowhead, PlayStation and official game announcements take priority over our summaries.
Are Helldivers 2 Warbonds time-limited?
PlayStation states that Warbonds are not time-limited. Once purchased, their rewards can be unlocked at your own pace with Medals.
Which platforms support Helldivers 2?
Official PlayStation information lists PS5, PC and Xbox. Xbox Series X|S support began on August 26, 2025.
How should I use a Helldivers 2 weapon tier list?
Match the list’s patch, faction, difficulty and squad role to your mission. Our tiers describe editorial role fit, while cited patch notes explain confirmed changes. Use the ranking to fill a kit’s gap, then check unlocks and alternatives.
What changed in the latest Helldivers 2 update?
The current patch is 7.1.1, released September 24, 2026. It fixes fullscreen-terminal and superwide-window crashes. The preceding 7.1.0 patch changes weapon balance and defense missions; see the Update briefing for the equipment decisions.
Is Helldivers 2 included with PlayStation Plus?
Helldivers 2 joined the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium Game Catalog with Devoid of Liberty. Catalog availability and included titles can vary by region, so check your local PlayStation catalog before downloading.
Where should a new Helldivers 2 player start?
Start with the Helldivers 2 Beginner Guide, then choose a first Warbond or Stratagem that solves a gap in your squad. Learn objectives, reinforcements, extraction, and friendly fire before treating a tier list as a final answer.
Independent fan-made guide
Ready to master Helldivers 2?
From your first drop to high-difficulty operations, Helldivers 2 Wiki helps you build the mission knowledge needed to spread Managed Democracy.