Helldivers 2: Best Ways to Deal with Fire Damage

Helldivers 2 has never been an easy game but we have never shied away from the challenge. When the bugs started flying, we shot them from the sky. The Automatons developed gunships to try and push us back but only succeeded in giving helldivers something else to destroy. Whatever Helldivers 2 throws at us, we have adapted and emerged victorious.

We now have the Automatons on the defensive and managed to take back Malevelon Creek. Is there anything we can’t handle? Well, many players think our biggest challenge might be the developers behind Helldivers 2. In the latest update, Arrowhead increased fire damage to such an extent some fans are saying flames are now instant death.

Buffs to Fire Damage in Helldivers 2

On April 2, Helldivers 2 received an update that is causing players to die in droves. Catching on fire is now a death sentence. Automaton Hulks are now one of the most hated enemies due to the flamethrower they wield.

Players have flocked to Reddit to complain, calling the new buffs stupid and unfair.

If you get on fire, it's an insta kill. There's no way to heal. This is stupid and makes the game not fun, particularly when one of the huge enemies has a giant long-range flamethrower.

-raw_copium

There has been an outcry for Arrowhead to release armor with fire resistance while other players are happy for the new challenge. These heroes of democracy have been giving out tips and tricks on how to save yourself when on fire.

The most important tip is to keep your distance from fire-wielding opponents. You can destroy Hulks with one shot from the Quasar Cannon or a few well-aimed hits from the Autocannon or the Anti-Materiel Rifle. Please be careful when using your flamethrowers or it will bring a new meaning to dying from friendly fire. 

Catching Fire in Helldivers 2

If you do catch fire, the best thing you can do is dive to the ground. This might be common sense but we all know helldivers have had a few knocks on the head and don’t always think straight in the heat of battle. Jumping away with a jetpack can also save you from incineration. If you ragdoll when on fire, you will need to get up before you can drop and roll.

Don’t forget to use a stim to get yourself back in fighting shape as swiftly as possible. Every minute you are out of the battle in Helldivers 2 is time wasted.

Stop your lollygagging, gum flapping, and pathetic screams for salvation and follow these simple steps to save yourself from burning to a crispy human kabob! Super Earth needs you alive and fighting to secure our pristine way of life. 

Step 1 - DIVE! The fastest and surest way to put the flames engulfing your body out is to do what you were born & trained to do! DIVE. Hit the ground and be the Hero Super Earth demands.

Step 2 - Reengage the enemy and spread Managed Democracy without the hassle of your eyeballs melting out of your skull!

-j_reinegade on Reddit

Of course, unless we get some changes to the increased fire damage, diving to the ground might not be enough to save us. We can only hope Arrowhead listens to our desperate cries for help while we are burning alive and sends some firefighting armor our way. Until then we will honor your sacrifice in the name of liberty.