Summary
- The Railgun nerf has not made Helldivers 2 fans happy, as it has impacted the meta significantly.
- Though the introduction of planetary hazards added fresh challenges, the community's focus remains on weapon balancing changes.
- Players that are dissatisfied with the Railgun modifications are hoping for it to return to its former effectiveness, though whether Arrowhead caves on this decision remains to be seen.
The recent changes to the Railgun in Helldivers 2 haven't gone down well in the community, as fans continue to express their dissatisfaction over the adjustments. The Railgun was nerfed as part of the Helldivers 2's 01.000.100 Update, which despite featuring a pretty short list of changes, affected the meta of the game quite significantly.
One of the major highlights of the Helldivers 2 update was the introduction of planetary hazards, which posed a fresh set of environmental challenges for players during deployment. However, what diverted the attention of the fan base away from this welcome addition was the balancing changes introduced as alongside it. Weapons like Breaker and Railgun were nerfed significantly, with the latter becoming significantly less effective against durable enemy parts. On the other hand, lesser-used weapons such as Laser Cannon, Punisher, and Breaker Spray & Pray were buffed to ensure that they were at par with the other weapons in the game. It's been a while since the update was released, but fans still haven't made peace with the revamped form of their favorite weapon.
The Latest Helldivers 2 Patch Comes With Ups and Downs
Helldivers 2 is always receiving patches, and the latest one brings fixes along with some rebalancing that might draw mixed reactions.
In a post on the Helldivers 2 subreddit, a player emphasizes why the developer's decision to cripple the Railgun was probably not a good idea. The post explains why the Railgun was so widely used in the first place, as it was considered the go-to weapon against Chargers. However, it is highlighted that since Chargers were nerfed a while ago, the EAT-17 became significantly more effective in dealing with the formidable foes.
Helldivers 2 Fans Think Recent Changes Made The Railgun Practically Useless
The user goes on to add how two shots from the EAT-17 are more than enough to defeat Chargers, something the Railgun was not able to achieve even before getting nerfed. Considering that the nerf to the Railgun effectively made it worse than the other weapons in the game, instead of actually balancing it, the player urges Arrowhead to rethink its decision and to either return the gun to its former state, or at least carve out a new use for it.
Other players in the community have echoed the sentiment, with a few of them emphasizing how the Railgun went from being their most used weapon to something they haven't touched since the update. The community seems to be in consensus about the Railgun being in a weird spot right now, with better options being available for players who prefer precision or sheer damage. Helldivers 2's developers had previously responded to the community's outcry, stating that players should focus on evaluating the weapon's efficacy in its current state instead of comparing it to its previous version. While many players have moved on to better alternatives, others still hope that the Railgun will be restored to its former glory one day.
Helldivers 2
- Released
- February 8, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
The Galaxy’s Last Line of Offence. Enlist in the Helldivers and join the fight for freedom across a hostile galaxy in a fast, frantic, and ferocious third-person shooter.
URGENT BROADCAST – SUPER EARTH ARMED FORCES
Freedom. Peace. Democracy. Your Super Earth-born rights. The key pillars of our civilization. Of our very existence. But the war rages on. And everything is once again under threat.
Join the greatest military force the galaxy has ever seen and make this a safe and free place to live.
BECOME A LEGEND
You will be assembled into squads of up to four Helldivers and assigned strategic missions. Watch each other’s back – friendly fire is an unfortunate certainty of war, but victory without teamwork is impossible.
LOADOUTS
Rain down freedom from above, sneak through enemy territory, or grit your teeth and charge head-first into the jaws of combat. How you deliver liberty is your choice; you’ll have access to a wide array of explosive firepower, life-saving armor and battle-changing stratagems… the jewel in every Helldiver’s arsenal.
REQUISITION
Super Earth recognises your hard work with valuable Requisition. Use it to access different rewards that benefit you, your squad, your destroyer ship and our overall war effort.
THREATS
Everything on every planet wants you dead. That’s what we’re dealing with. Each enemy has distinct and unpredictable characteristics, tactics, and behavior – but they all fight ferociously and without fear or morality.
THE GALACTIC WAR
Capturing enemy planets, defending against invasions, and completing missions will contribute to our overall effort. This war will be won or lost depending on the actions of everyone involved.
We stand together, or we fall apart.
- Developer(s)
- Arrowhead Game Studios, Nixxes
- Publisher(s)
- Sony Interactive Entertainment, PlayStation Publishing
- Franchise
- Helldivers
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC
- Genre(s)
- Third-Person Shooter, Extraction Shooter, Action, Science Fiction
