Introduction
Here is an overview of the best weapons in Hell Divers 2 and when to use each one. The ranking is based on 35 hours of gameplay and will be updated as new weapons are unlocked.
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Top Ranked Main Weapons: From Best to Worst
“Hell Divers 2” showcases a familiar yet varied array of weapon classes, including SMGs, Assault Rifles (ARs), Shotguns, Designated Marksman Rifles (DMRs), and Energy weapons. But are they all at the same level of effectiveness? Not quite—and they’re not meant to be. Personally, I’m not a fan of Energy weapons, so they’re absent from my gameplay. There’s truly a weapon for every preference. Here’s the main weapon ranking in “Hell Divers 2,” from best to worst.
SG-225 BREAKER
Pro’s:
- Very high DMG
- High range
- Fast reload
Con’s:
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AR-23 LIBERATOR
Pro’s:
- High DMG
- fast fire rate
- Fast reload
- Cool looks, good feeling
Con’s:
—
SMG-37 DEFENDER
Pro’s:
- High DMG
- Solid fire rate
- Fast reload
Con’s:
—
LAS-5 SCYTHE
Pro’s:
- High DMG
- Constant beam
- If played correctly, there is no Reload
Con’s:
- for effective use, Aim down sight
SG-8 PUNISHER
Pro’s:
- High DMG
- Areal burst
- Cool looks
Con’s:
- No magazine; every round needs to be reloaded
- Fire Rate
R-63 DILIGENCE
Pro’s:
- Non-IMO
Con’s:
- Low damage
- Fire rate
- Magazin capacity
Secondary Weapons
Secondary weapons: your last line of defense in those heart-pounding moments when primary ammo runs dry. While choices are limited, the strategic value still holds them.
P-19 REDEEMER
Pro’s:
- Very high fire rate
- Fast reload
- Effective as last stand
Con’s:
- —-
P-2 PEACEMAKER
Pro’s:
- High fire rate
- Fast reload
- Feels great
Con’s:
- —-
Grenades
Often overlooked amidst the chaos of combat, grenades offer tactical versatility, with options tailored to various engagement scenarios.
P-16 IMPACT
Pro’s:
- Explodes on impact
- High damage
Con’s:
- Closing hive’s
P-12 HIGH EXPLOSIVE
Pro’s:
- Good radius
- High damage
- Closing hive’s
- Long fusetime
Con’s:
- —
P-6 FRAG
Pro’s:
- Greater Radius
- A bit less damage
- Good for bugs
- Closing hive’s
Con’s:
- Fusetime
- less DMG
Conclusion
The best weapon Arsenal in „Hell Divers 2“ is diverse, offering weapons for every playstyle and situation. If you want the best and most efficient loadout, there is not a lot of room to experiment. Ignore the “meta” and find joy in the weapons that resonate with your style. The key to dominance on the battlefield? Experiment. Discover the weapon combinations that you like and that you find most interesting.
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