The AR-23 Liberator is the base assault rifle in the game, offering well rounded performance suitable even for higher difficulties, though it might not always be the optimal choice.

It struggles in long-range engagements and lacks sufficient staggering power to keep bigger bugs at bay.

The R-63 Diligence is the first Marksman Rifle you can unlock, costing only 8 medals. It is available on the second page of the Helldivers Mobilize Free Warbond.

The Diligence also has a high-powered “Counter Sniper” variant that fires medium-armor penetrating rounds, dealing increased damage but with the trade-off of higher recoil and reduced ammo capacity. Both versions of the Diligence excel at taking down Devastators and Troopers, making them highly effective anti-bot weapons.

Cost: Free, Unlocked at Level 1.

A machine gun sporting Medium-armor penetrating rounds and a high rate of fire. Capable of mowing down most Terminids and Automatons with ease. Don’t get caught empty while running, as the reload is slow and stationary.

The Eagle Airstrike is unlocked at level 2 and costs 4,000 . It is one of the most popular Eagle Stratagems in the game and is effective against every enemy you will come across including Tanks, Hulks, Fabricators, Bunkers, and side objectives such as the Mortar Nest. Landing an Eagle Airstrike at the right angle can instantly kill a Hulk, Tank, and will deal a decent amount of damage to the Factory Strider. It is also good at clearing out waves of lighter enemies.

• 2 uses per rearm
• 15s cooldown

Cost: 7,000, Unlocked at Level 8.

The Mortar Sentry is a devastating option against Automatons, easily eliminating groups of Striders and Devastators. With sustained fire, it can even bring down Automaton Tanks and Hulks. Most Automatons units are ranged and move slowly, making them easy targets for the Sentry.

However, we do not recommend the Mortar Sentry against Terminids. Since most bugs are melee units, they will often direct the mortar fire straight back to your team.