Stratagems are very important in Helldivers 2. You can find the detailed information you need in this guide to unlock more stratagems and make yourself stronger than before.
All Stratagems and How to Unlock them
Unlocking stratagems in Helldivers 2 is crucial for enhancing your chances of survival amidst the relentless onslaught of enemies. Your ship’s arsenal can provide invaluable support on the battlefield, but first, you must navigate the process of unlocking these powerful tools.
How to get Stratagems
To acquire new stratagems, you’ll need to undertake operations to gain access to ship management options. Once unlocked, you can peruse a list of available stratagems, each offering unique stats, traits, and unlock requirements.
Among the myriad options, several stand out as particularly effective choices:
- “Guard Dog” Rover: Accessible through the Engineering Bay at Level 10, this stratagem deploys a drone to swiftly eliminate hordes of foes, bolstering your offensive capabilities.
- Eagle Strafing Run: Obtainable via the Hangar for 1500 R, this stratagem unleashes a devastating airstrike, swiftly dispatching smaller targets within its range.
- Orbital 380MM HE Barrage: Acquirable through the Orbital Cannons at Level 8, this stratagem excels at clearing out expansive areas, thanks to its wide radius of destruction.
- Stalwart: Available via the Patriotic Administration Center for 3500 R, this stratagem equips you to handle large enemy groups with ease, eliminating the need for frequent reloads.
- Shield Generator Relay: Attainable through the Bridge at Level 10, this stratagem erects a formidable shield, providing vital protection against enemy assaults and allowing for crucial recovery time.
All Stratagems
Helldivers 2 boasts a total of 45 stratagems across six distinct categories: Patriotic Administration Center, Orbital Cannons Stratagems, Hangar Stratagems, Bridge Stratagems, Engineering Bay Stratagems, and Robotics Workshop. Mastery of these diverse tools is key to triumphing over the alien menace.
Patriotic Administration Centre Stratagems
| Stratagem Name | Call-In Time | Uses | Cooldown Time | Strategem Traits | How to Unlock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Machine Gun | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Support Weapon Hellpod | Automatically when starting the game. |
| Anti-Material Rifle | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Support Weapon Hellpod | 5000 R |
| Stalwart | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Support Weapon Hellpod | 3500 R |
| Expendable Anti-Tank | 2 Seconds | Unlimited | 70 Seconds | Support Weapon Hellpod Explosive | Available at Level 3 |
| Recoilless Rifle | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Support Weapon Hellpod Explosive | Available at Level 5 |
| Flamethrower | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Support Weapon Hellpod Incendiary | Available at Level 10 |
| Autocannon | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Support Weapon Hellpod | Available at Level 10 |
| Railgun | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Support Weapon Hellpod | Available at Level 20 |
| Spear | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Support Weapon Hellpod | Available at Level 20 |
Orbital Cannons Stratagems
| Stratagem Name | Call-In Time | Uses | Cooldown Time | Strategem Traits | How to Unlock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orbital Gatling Barrage | 2 Seconds | Unlimited | 80 Seconds | Explosive Orbital | 1500 R |
| Orbital Airburst Strike | 2 Seconds | Unlimited | 120 Seconds | Explosive Orbital | Available at Level 5 |
| Orbital 120MM HE Barrage | 5 Seconds | Unlimited | 240 Seconds | Explosive Orbital | Available at Level 5 |
| Orbital 380MM HE Barrage | 6 Seconds | Unlimited | 240 Seconds | Explosive Orbital | Available at Level 8 |
| Orbital Walking Barrage | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 240 Seconds | Explosive Orbital | Available at Level 10 |
| Orbital Laser | 2 Seconds | 3 | 300 Seconds | Orbital | Available at Level 15 |
| Orbital Railcannon Strike | 1 Seconds | Unlimited | 210 Seconds | Orbital | Available at Level 20 |
Hangar Stratagems
| Stratagem Name | Call-In Time | Uses | Cooldown Time | Strategem Traits | How to Unlock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Strafing Run | 0 Seconds | 3 | 15 Seconds | Eagle | 1500 R |
| Eagle Airstrike | 0 Seconds | 2 | 15 Seconds | Explosive Eagle | 4000 R |
| Eagle Cluster Bomb | 0 Seconds | 4 | 15 Seconds | Explosive Eagle | Available at Level 3 |
| Eagle Napalm Airstrike | 0 Seconds | 2 | 15 Seconds | Explosive Eagle | Available at Level 5 |
| Jump Pack | 5 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Hellpod Backpack | Available at Level 8 |
| Eagle Smoke Strike | 0 Seconds | 2 | 15 Seconds | Explosive Eagle | Available at Level 8 |
| Eagle 110MM Rocket Pods | 0 Seconds | 2 | 15 Seconds | Explosive Eagle | Available at Level 10 |
| Eagle 500KG Bomb | 0 Seconds | 1 | N/A | Explosive Eagle | Available at Level 15 |
Bridge Stratagems
| Stratagem Name | Call-In Time | Uses | Cooldown Time | Strategem Traits | How to Unlock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orbital Precision Strike | 4 Seconds | Unlimited | 100 Seconds | ExplosiveOrbital | Available from the start of the game. |
| Orbital Gas Strike | 2 Seconds | Unlimited | 75 Seconds | ExplosiveOrbital | 4000 R |
| Orbital EMS Strike | 2 Seconds | Unlimited | 75 Seconds | Orbital | Available at Level 5 |
| Orbital Smoke Strike | 2 Seconds | Unlimited | 100 Seconds | ExplosiveOrbital | Available at Level 8 |
| HMG Replacement | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 180 Seconds | Hellpod | Available at Level 10 |
| Shield Generator Relay | 0 Seconds | Unlimited | 90 Seconds | Hellpod | Available at Level 10 |
| Tesla Tower | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 150 Seconds | HellpodSentry | Available at Level 15 |
Engineering Bay Stratagems
| Stratagem Name | Call-In Time | Uses | Cooldown Time | Strategem Traits | How to Unlock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anti-Personnel Minefield | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 180 Seconds | Hellpod Explosive | 1500 R |
| Supply Pack | 5 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Hellpod Backpack | 4000 R |
| Grenade Launcher | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Support Weapon Hellpod Explosive | Available at Level 5 |
| Laser Canon | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Support Weapon Hellpod | Available at Level 5 |
| Incendiary Mines | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 180 Seconds | Hellpod Explosive | Available at Level 8 |
| “Guard Dog” Rover | 5 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Hellpod Backpack | Available at Level 10 |
| Ballistic Shield Backpack | 5 Seconds | Unlimited | 300 Seconds | Hellpod Backpack | Available at Level 12 |
| Arc Thrower | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Support Weapon Hellpod | Available at Level 15 |
| Shield Generator Pack | 5 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | Hellpod Backpack | Available at Level 20 |
Robotics Workshop Stratagems
| Stratagem Name | Call-In Time | Uses | Cooldown Time | Strategem Traits | How to Unlock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Machine Gun Sentry | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 180 Seconds | HellpodSentry | 1500 R |
| Gatling Sentry | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 180 Seconds | HellpodSentry | Available at Level 5 |
| Mortar Sentry | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 180 Seconds | HellpodExplosiveSentry | Available at Level 8 |
| “Guard Dog” | 5 Seconds | Unlimited | 480 Seconds | HellpodBackpack | Available at Level 10 |
| Autocannon Sentry | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 180 Seconds | HellpodSentry | Available at Level 13 |
| Rocket Sentry | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 180 Seconds | HellpodExplosiveSentry | Available at Level 15 |
| EMS Mortar Sentry | 3 Seconds | Unlimited | 180 Seconds | HellpodExplosiveSentry | Available at Level 20 |
