Warbonds Guide Hub
Helldivers 2 offers numerous Warbonds—themed battle passes containing weapons, armor, Stratagems, and boosters—that you unlock using in-game Super Earth Credits. Since credits come from gameplay rather than premium purchases, strategic prioritization becomes essential. Our comprehensive Warbonds guides help you make informed decisions about which content to unlock first, compare specific options directly, and understand the entire system.
Whether you are a brand new Helldiver asking “what should I unlock first?” or a veteran comparing specialized options, these guides provide the tactical intelligence you need to build an effective arsenal efficiently.
Info:
All guides are cross-validated against multiple reputable community sources and updated to reflect current balance patches. We prioritize universally strong weapons, essential utility, and Stratagems that benefit team play over niche picks and cosmetics.
What You’ll Find Here
Warbonds Priority Guide
Our comprehensive tier-based ranking covers all available Warbonds, organized by their practical impact on cooperative play. This guide explains exactly what each Warbond contains, why certain options deserve priority over others, and provides the optimal unlock sequence for new players.
You will learn:
- Which four Warbonds form your essential foundation and why
- Detailed breakdowns of standout weapons and Stratagems in each Warbond
- How each Warbond performs against different enemy factions
- The optimal unlock order for maximizing team effectiveness
- Quick reference matrices showing anti-armor, crowd control, and mobility options
- A decision flowchart to determine your next unlock
Best for: New players building their initial arsenal, anyone wanting comprehensive information about all Warbonds, or experienced players looking to optimize their unlock strategy.
Warbond Comparison Tool
When choosing between two or three specific Warbonds, direct side-by-side comparison clarifies which best fits your current needs. This tool provides detailed breakdowns of commonly compared Warbonds, showing exactly what you gain and lose with each choice, along with verdict recommendations.
You will learn:
- Direct comparisons between commonly debated Warbonds
- How to evaluate any matchup using our comparison framework
- Decision tables for specific needs like anti-armor, crowd control, or mobility
- When specialized Warbonds outvalue generalists for your situation
- The practical differences between similar weapons and equipment
Best for: Players stuck deciding between specific options, anyone comparing specialized versus generalist Warbonds, or veterans optimizing for specific team compositions and enemy factions.
FAQ & How to Use This Guide
Understanding the Warbond system mechanics and how to interpret our recommendations ensures you make confident decisions. This guide answers common questions about earning Super Earth Credits, explains our tier methodology, and helps you apply our recommendations to your specific situation.
You will learn:
- How the Warbond system actually works and what you are purchasing
- The difference between Super Earth Credits and Medals
- Efficient strategies for farming Super Earth Credits
- How to read and apply our tier rankings to your preferences
- Common misconceptions about Warbonds and how balance patches affect rankings
- Simplified priority frameworks for different playstyles
Best for: New players unfamiliar with the Warbond system, anyone confused about earning currency efficiently, or players wanting to understand the reasoning behind our tier placements.
Quick Start: Where Should I Begin?
Your starting point depends on your current situation and what information you need most:
I am brand new to Helldivers 2
Start here: Warbonds Priority Guide → Read the “Start Here: Your Essential First Four” section
You will immediately see which Warbonds to unlock first and why. The guide walks you through the foundation-building process with clear explanations of what makes each option valuable.
Then explore: FAQ & How to Use This Guide → Learn how to earn Super Earth Credits efficiently
Understanding the currency system helps you work toward your first Warbond unlock faster.
I already have some Warbonds
Start here: Warbonds Priority Guide → Use the Quick Reference Matrix and Decision Flowchart
These tools help you identify gaps in your current arsenal and determine which Warbond addresses your most pressing needs.
Then explore: Warbond Comparison Tool → Compare specific options you are considering
Direct side-by-side breakdowns clarify exactly what you gain from each choice.
I am deciding between two specific Warbonds
Start here: Warbond Comparison Tool → Find your comparison scenario
Most common comparisons are covered with detailed side-by-side breakdowns and verdict recommendations.
Then reference: Warbonds Priority Guide → Check tier placements and standout items
Understanding where each Warbond ranks overall provides additional context for your decision.
I disagree with the rankings or have questions
Start here: FAQ & How to Use This Guide → Read “What if I disagree with the tier placements?”
This section explains our methodology and helps you understand when personal preferences should override tier rankings.
Then explore: Warbond Comparison Tool → Use the comparison framework
The framework teaches you how to evaluate Warbonds based on your specific priorities rather than general recommendations.
Guide Philosophy: Why We Rank This Way
Our Warbond rankings prioritize three core principles that maximize your effectiveness in Helldivers 2’s cooperative gameplay:
Universal applicability over niche specialization. Warbonds containing weapons and equipment that work effectively across all mission types, difficulty levels, and enemy factions rank higher than those excelling in narrow situations. This approach serves the broadest player base and provides the most consistent value as you progress through the game.
Multiple strong items over single standouts. A Warbond offering three to four excellent weapons provides more flexibility and experimentation opportunities than one containing a single exceptional item surrounded by mediocre options. The ability to adapt your loadout to different missions and playstyles increases practical value significantly.
Gameplay impact over cosmetic appeal. While aesthetics matter for enjoyment, our tier system focuses on measurable combat effectiveness—damage output, utility provision, survivability enhancement, and team support capability. This lets you make informed decisions prioritizing either optimization or personal preference, rather than conflating the two considerations.
These principles create a tier structure serving new players who want efficient progression while remaining flexible enough for experienced players to adjust based on personal priorities. The guides provide the information framework; you make the final decisions aligned with your goals and playstyle.
Beyond Warbonds: Complete Helldivers 2 Resources
Our Helldivers 2 coverage extends beyond Warbond guides to provide comprehensive tactical resources for effective cooperative play:
Meta loadouts and build guides analyze weapon synergies, optimal Stratagem selections, and armor passive combinations for different roles and difficulties.
Enemy faction strategies detail the strengths, weaknesses, and counter-tactics for Terminids, Automatons, and Illuminate threats.
Optimal settings and performance guides ensure your game runs smoothly while maintaining competitive visibility and responsiveness.
Tip:
These additional resources complement the Warbond guides by helping you use your unlocked equipment more effectively. Understanding which weapons to unlock matters most when combined with knowledge about how to deploy them tactically.
Stay Updated: Balance Changes and New Warbonds
Helldivers 2 receives regular updates including balance patches that adjust weapon effectiveness and new Warbonds introducing additional equipment options. Our guides reflect the current state of the game as of their most recent update, but ongoing changes may affect specific recommendations over time.
How we maintain accuracy:
- Guides are reviewed and updated following major balance patches
- New Warbond releases trigger comparative analysis against existing options
- Community feedback helps identify outdated information or shifted priorities
- Update notes at the top of each guide indicate the last review date
If you are reading these guides months after publication, consider checking the Helldivers 2 community resources for discussions about recent changes. However, the core foundation recommendations—particularly prioritizing Democratic Detonation and Cutting Edge first—have proven remarkably stable since launch and are unlikely to shift dramatically even with balance adjustments.