
Helldivers 2 has caught many players off-guard as this live service co-op shooter has become a massive success. Many are praising the developers for their approach to handling live service content as more and more players are picking up Helldivers 2.
Given the popularity and success, you might find yourself wondering which are the best guns in Helldivers 2? Rest assured, we have got you covered as we will be ranking the best weapons you can use in Helldivers 2.
Keep in mind that this tier list might change should the devs implement balance changes to the weapons, but this tier list should serve as a general guide for new players.
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Best Guns in Helldivers 2: Tier List
We will be going through several tiers based on the weapon's damage output and versatility given the many different enemies you can face in Helldivers 2.
Helldivers 2: S-Tier Guns
These guns are simply the best in-game option as the damage, ammo pool and overall performance makes them incredible in helping you deal with the many enemies in Helldivers 2.
SG-225 Breaker Shotgun

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
330 | 016 | 030 | 300 |
Light Armor Penetrating |
20 Medals |
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Helldivers 2: A-Tier Guns
This tier consists of great weapons as well, and although they might lack the extra needed oomph, you can still get your money's worth.
AR-23 Liberator Assault Rifle

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits |
055 | 045 | 015 | 640 |
Light Armor Penetrating |
P-19 Redeemer Pistol

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
060 | 031 | 011 | 1100 |
|
5 Medals |
SMG-37 Defender Submachine Gun

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
070 | 045 | 010 | 520 |
|
15 Medals |
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AR-23E Liberator Explosive Assault Rifle

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
055 | 030 | 029 | 320 |
|
20 Medals |
MP-98 Submachine Gun

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits |
050 | 050 | 020 | 1380 |
|
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Helldivers 2: B-Tier Guns
These guns although can be reliable, suffer from either having not enough damage or their ammo pool is too limiting to help you effectively deal with enemies.
P-2 Peacemaker Pistol

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits |
060 | 015 | 023 | 900 |
|
R-63 Diligence Marksman Rifle

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
112 | 020 | 035 | 350 |
|
8 Medals |
R-63CS Diligence Counter Sniper Marksman Rifle

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
128 | 015 | 053 | 350 |
|
40 Medals |
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AR-23P Liberator Penetrator Assault Rifle

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
045 | 030 | 019 | 640 |
|
40 Medals |
P-4 Senator Pistol

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
150 | 006 | 043 | 200 |
|
15 Medals |
Jar-5 Dominator Explosive

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
200 | 015 | 075 | 250 |
|
80 Medals |
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SG-8s Slugger Shotgun

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
280 | 016 | 110 | 080 |
|
60 Medals |
SG-8 Punisher Shotgun

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
360 | 016 | 110 | 080 |
|
4 Medals |
SG-2251E Breaker Incendiary Shotgun

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
180 | 025 | 029 | 300 |
|
60 Medals |
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Helldivers 2: C-Tier Guns
These weapons are sub-optimal and although they might have their use in niche situations, overall, you are better off with the weapons higher up the tier list.
Las-5 Scythe Energy Based Gun

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Stun Time | Traits | Cost |
300 | 008 | 001 | 0 Seconds |
|
30 Medals |
SG-225SP Breaker Spray&Pray Shotgun

Damage | Ammo | Recoil | Fire Rate | Traits | Cost |
144 | 032 | 045 | 300 |
|
60 Medals |
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Tier List Summary

And that concludes our Best Guns Tier List. We have included a neat table below so you can get a closer look at all of the tiers and weapons in Helldivers 2.
Of course, every players has their own playstyle and preferred weapon so make sure to have fun while playing this new co-op shooter with your friends!
Weapon | Tier |
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S-Tier |
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A-Tier |
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B-Tier |
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C-Tier |
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