A new surprise “Galactic Emergency” update released today for Helldivers 2, and we’ve already put together a broad overview (everything you need to know), as well as the full patch notes.
Arrowhead devs Johan and Niklas have given us a full 15 minute deep dive into the weapons customization system that launched with this update, and we’re very excited for it!
What you need to know about the Weapons Customization System
- Upgrades are both visual (patterns/camo) and affect stats (attachments).
- Similar to customization in games like Call of Duty, each weapon has an individual level (1-25) which allows you to unlock more attachments using Requisition Slips as you progress.
- Currently only for Primary Weapons, and a “not yet” was said for Secondary and Melee weapons.
- Plasma/Laser weapons will have less options than traditional firearms.
- Some Primary weapons cannot be edited
Attachments Categories
Attachments available vary by weapon, here are the categories we’ve found so far.
- Optics (Scopes)
- Muzzle
- Underbarrel
- Magazine
Attachments Stats
A larger scope will affect the ergonomics of a weapon, decreasing how efficient your aim is.
A drum magazine will also negatively affect your ergonomics, and you’ll have less room to carry as many mags as possible. From this one example, it seems like upgrading your magazine won’t affect the total amount of ammo you can carry for a weapon.
AR-23C Liberator Carbine:
Base Mags (8 x 45 = 360)
Drum Mags (6 x 60 = 360)
Muzzles Affect Visuals
A nice attention-to-detail feature. Different muzzles will affect the flash visual on bullet firearms.
Some Weapons Cannot be Edited
The StA-52 Assault Rifle from the Killzone crossover seems to be unable to be edited.
Of course, secondary weapons cannot be edited either.
If a weapon can’t be edited either visually or through attachments, it won’t have a level next to it in the armory.
Weapons like the Torcher cannot be customized with attachments, but you can still level them and unlock patterns for them.