Helldivers 2 – Best Build for Automatons

The new Helldivers game has caught the world by storm, and it’s thanks to Helldivers 2’s fun gameplay and great co-op mechanics. The game features all kinds of enemies, with every mission throwing deadlier opponents toward your squad, but the Automatons stand out due to their extra difficulty.

These robots are one of the most tough enemies you can find in the game, and to tackle them, you’ll need a great build, and that’s where we’ve got you. In this guide, we will talk about what they are and what the best builds are to take them down so that you and your squad can finally take a sigh of relief. Before we start, we hope you aren’t having trouble opening the game. If you are, we suggest you check how to fix server errors in Helldivers 2.

What are Automatons?

Automatons are robots that hate freedom and are one of the deadliest foes you can find in Helldivers 2. Unlike other species, these guys rely on brute force and aggressiveness mixed with intricate tactics. Their strength comes from their precise lasers and explosives, so don’t underestimate them.

Best Builds for Automatons in Helldivers 2

You can make endless combinations in Helldivers 2, where each build combination depends on your playstyle. However, some stuff consistently works well against Automatons. Let’s discuss each aspect of this build, from stratagems to weapons.

The Best Stratagems

Strategems are special abilities in Helldivers 2 you can use, which can inflict devastating damage to enemies and clear out large areas at once. There are all kinds of stratagems in Helldivers 2, ranging from mortars to support weapons.

A/M-12 Mortar Sentry

We’re starting with mortars, as they’re unanimously known as one of the best ways to handle those robots. The Mortar Sentry’s main trick is that it uses explosions, even at long range to hit enemies. Even those hiding behind cover! The best part? Since they’re mortars, they can take out a large number of enemies at the same time. Just remember that if you want to maximize its effectiveness, keep it safe so the Automatons don’t destroy it.

A/M-23 EMS Mortar Sentry

EMS Mortar works similarly to the previous mortar, with the only difference being it causes a static field on impact, which can slow down enemies from progressing. Equipping the EMS Mortar Sentry and the standard one is a powerful combo, as one will slow the robots down while the other finishes them off.

RS-422 Railgun

The RS-422 Railgun is one of the best support stratagems in the game, thanks to its effectiveness in long-range combat. Once you charge it up and shoot right before it’s about to peak, the fired beam will go through even the toughest armor, causing deadly opponents to get stunned.

Orbital Railcannon Strike

The Orbital Strike stratagem is perfect for killing the big bosses on the map. The thing with Orbital Railcannon Strike is that it has a limited number of uses per mission, so using it on standard enemies would be a waste. Hence, you should only use it when it’s time to battle against the boss. So the next time you’re about to end the mission, deploy this stratagem and throw it on the group of robots to destroy the biggest enemy.

The Best Primary Weapon

It’s self-explanatory. It’s the weapon you’ll be using against your foes.

AR-230P Liberator Penetrator

We went with the Liberator Penetrator because it’s the only gun in Helldivers 2 that penetrates medium armor. All other weapons only do light armor penetrating, so when you shoot on armored bots, there’s a higher chance of the bullets hitting instead of deflecting.

The Best Secondary Weapon

The secondary weapon is what you’ll be using besides your primary weapon. It’s only there if you need to damage quickly.

P-2 Peacemaker

Mixing the P-2 Peacemaker with everything else will perfect the Anti-Automaton build due to its high fire rate and low recoil. The Peacemaker can penetrate light armor, so you can quickly dispatch smaller enemies without your primary. The best part is that it lets you run and kill Automatons simultaneously, thanks to its One Handed weapon trait, making it great for finishing off enemies.

The Best Grenade

You throw it, it explodes. We all know what grenades are.

G-12 High Explosive

You need to choose the correct grenade because it’s the only thing that can save you during a horde of robots. In this case, the G-12 High Explosive is like a frag grenade and comes in handy against many enemy types.

The Best Armor

Different armors in this game have different stats and perks, so choosing the correct one for your mission is vital. Some armors provide damage buffs, while others focus more on defense, all coming in handy based on the situation.

CM-09 Bonesnapper

To survive against Automatons, equip the CM-09 Bonesnapper. We chose this because it allows you to carry two extra Stims, and not only that, its medical abilities increase the Stim’s effects by two seconds. These healing traits will be essential for surviving against hordes of Automatons.

The Best Booster

Vitality Enhancement

While we suggest that every member of your party should equip separate boosters, the only one we believe is essential is the Vitality Enhancement booster. The reason behind this pick is that it can help you tank injuries after heavy hits or through fall damage. If you get injured, just assume it’s game over because an injured diver will lose health over time unless they use a stim.

Summary

And that’s pretty much it! In conclusion, your build should be:

Primary Weapon: AR-230P Liberator Penetrator

Secondary Weapon: P-2 Peacemaker

Grenade: G-12 High Explosive

Armor: CM-09 Bonesnapper

Booster: Vitality Enhancement

Stratagems: A/M-12 Mortar Sentry, A/M-23 EMS Mortar Sentry, RS-422 Railgun, Orbital Railcannon Strike

We believe now you’re ready to take down those wretched robots, and with this build, Automatons should never give you problems again.

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