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Following the release of Python Commandos Warbond on December 2nd, Helldivers 2 plans to release a new Killzone Warbond again on December 18th!

While the lack of new combat content is somewhat disappointing, having new weapons and cosmetics is still great. However, for some veteran players, Killzone Warbond isn't truly new, as this is simply its return.

In fact, Helldivers 2 already released this Warbond last December during a crossover event with Killzone, but it was only a limited-time Superstore event, meaning many players didn't have time to acquire all the rewards.

Therefore, a year later, to compensate for any missed opportunities, Helldivers 2 is bringing Killzone Warbond back to the game. So what exactly does it contain, and how do you unlock it? We'll tell you.

The Returning Killzone Warbond

Warbond will return on Thursday, December 18th at 10 AM UTC, and you can still find it in Superstore. Afterward, it will remain in the game as a permanent Legendary Warbond.

The rewards offered by the returning Killzone Warbond are the same as when it was first released last year, including three types: weapons, armor, and cosmetics. Specifically:

Weapons:

• StA-52 Assault Rifle
• StA-11 SMG
• PLAS-39 Accelerator Rifle

Armor:

• AC-1 Dutiful Armor
• AC-1 Dutiful Helmet
• AC-2 Obedient Armor
• AC-2 Obedient Helmet
• Armor Passive Acclimated

Cosmetics:

• Defender Of Our Dream Cape
• Defender Of Our Dream Player Card
• Strength In Our Arms Cape
• Strength in Our Arms Player Card
• Assault Infantry Title
• Extrasolar Ash FRV pattern
• Extrasolar Ash Exosuit pattern
• Extrasolar Ash Shuttle pattern
• Extrasolar Ash Hellpod pattern

These items more or less reflect the characteristics of the collaborating game Killzone, allowing you to experience a different game style in Helldivers 2.

While WASP support weapon is unfortunately absent, the existing weapons are enough for you to wreak havoc.

How To Unlock Killzone Warbond?

Considering its crossover nature, unlocking Killzone Warbond requires more Super Credits, estimated at 1500. If you don't have enough and don't want to consume time earning them yourself, you can look for Helldivers 2 Super Credits for sale at IGGM.

Alternatively, if you obtained any premium Killzone crossover items in the game when Warbond first launched last year, the returning Killzone Warbond will be unlocked automatically as a benefit for veteran players!

Another scenario is that you received some items from Warbond through gameplay last year. While you will still need to unlock Warbond with Super Credits, these items will be unlocked directly without using medals.

Main Reward Items Introduction

The cosmetics are self-explanatory; if you like them, get them and decorate your weapons or character. However, the weapons and armor are worth spending time understanding their details to determine if they are worth acquiring.

StA-52 Assault Rifle

This weapon has 90 damage, a 56-round magazine capacity, 14 recoil, 790 rate of fire, light armor penetration, and no customization options, scopes, or firing modes that change the rate of fire. You can choose between automatic or single-shot firing.

Overall, its performance in combat is decent, but not particularly outstanding. Many free Helldivers 2 weapons, after upgrades and modifications, can achieve the same or even better results than StA-52.

PLAS-39 Accelerator Rifle

This weapon deals a total of 1050 damage to enemies with three shots per burst. Although the total magazine capacity is 9, it's effectively 3 shots due to the three-round burst firing mode. It also has 3 recoil and a rate of fire of 550.

When using PLAS-39, we recommend not fully charging it; about half a second is enough. This allows it to kill most types of enemies with medium penetration.

It's worth noting that, among all Helldivers 2 enemy types, Illuminate are the most vulnerable to PLAS-39. And if you consistently aim for the head to get more headshots, the effect will be even better, and combat efficiency will be higher.

If possible, you can try unlocking M-105 Stalwart support weapon and pairing it with PLAS-39. This will give you a significant firepower advantage when fighting Illuminate.

StA-11 SMG

This weapon has base stats of 90 damage, a 48-round magazine, 11 recoil, a 1.50 rate of fire, and uses light armor-piercing rounds. It has no customization options or other modifications.

Considering the recent overall forced range reduction in the game, StA-11 SMG's damage is significantly reduced at longer distances. Therefore, unlocking this weapon isn't particularly worthwhile.

Armor Passive Acclimated

The armor passive provided by Killzone Warbond grants you 50% resistance to fire, gas, acid, and electrical damage, which can be somewhat useful.

For example, when using flamethrower weapons against bugs, you will also be affected, and this can slightly reduce the damage you take. If enemies spit acid at you, the armor can also mitigate some of the acid damage.

The only somewhat useless effect is the electrical damage resistance, because being electrocuted easily causes chest bleeding, and now the bleeding damage you take in the game is also increased, so the overall damage reduction isn't substantial.

Should You Unlock Killzone Warbond?

If you have spare Super Credits and medals, you can unlock it to enrich your weapon and collection library. However, if your resources are limited and you urgently need more powerful gear, other Warbonds would be better.

But honestly, 1500 Super Credits isn't a very difficult requirement for most long-term players, and you might even unlock Killzone Warbond directly due to your efforts last year. So, if possible, it's worth a try.

We hope this information is helpful for your future gameplay in Helldivers 2. Thank you for your time.

The latest Python Commandos Warbond, released on December 2nd for Helldivers 2, brings you more new weapons to unlock, most notably M1000 Maxigun and CQC-9 Defoliation Tool.

As a highly anticipated backpack-mounted, belt-fed weapon, M1000 Maxigun boasts an extremely high rate of fire and a large ammunition reserve of approximately 750 rounds, requiring no manual reloading.

So what are the specific advantages of this weapon, and how can you use it in combat to maximize its value? We'll tell you.

M1000 Maxigun Details

To balance its high rate of fire, M1000 Maxigun doesn't have a very large ammunition reserve. Therefore, if you use it as your primary source of firepower in combat, you must always stay close enough to ammo crates or other supply sources.

With a full backpack, M1000 Maxigun can fire continuously for about 30 seconds, after which you can immediately resupply about 200 rounds from an ammo crate. If a teammate provides resupply, the amount is approximately 400 rounds.

Although the weapon has a slow turning speed and high recoil, this is common for heavy machine guns. You can compensate for these issues with the reinforced armor passive skill and Peak Physique. Using ASD is also an option if you just want to reduce recoil.

Additionally, you cannot move to other locations while using M1000 Maxigun, but you can change your character's firing stance and the aiming direction of the weapon.

If you understand and accept the above advantages and disadvantages and still want M1000 Maxigun, you need to buy Helldivers 2 items to obtain 110 medals, and then consume them to unlock it on page 3 of Python Commandos Warbond.

Best Usage Strategy

While the weapon has an extremely high rate of fire, it doesn't mean you can just spray and pray to win - tactics and strategy are always key factors in victory.

As a heavy machine gun, M1000 Maxigun is not significantly different from other weapons overall, but its damage output is characterized by its instantaneous burst fire.

Clearing Groups Of Enemies

Due to its average penetration power, this weapon struggles against heavy units. And you have almost no mobility while using it, only being able to lie down or crouch, so it doesn't offer an advantage against agile single enemies.

Therefore, in terms of enemy types, M1000 Maxigun is suitable for clearing groups of weaker enemies. If you want to improve its efficiency and ensure your safety, using it in urban environments is a better option.

Compared to open areas, urban terrain provides ample cover, and you can use items like smoke grenades or shield generators to create additional cover, making it easier to defend against enemies and resupply ammunition.

How Effective Is It Against Specific Enemy Types?

More specifically, M1000 Maxigun performs well against Illuminate enemies. Especially since you can shoot while prone, you can easily kill Illuminate Overseer-type enemies by hitting their ankles.

While other Illuminate variants are more challenging, their shields are not enough to withstand all the bullets from M1000 Maxigun's high rate of fire, allowing you to eventually prevail.

If you encounter heavily armored enemies, such as Harvesters, you must always maintain distance and prioritize aiming for their leg joints or eyes. Also, some enemies may have laser weapons, so you need to be careful.

Furthermore, some enemies may push you away, forcing you to move. And you must remain stationary to fire. Therefore, you must invest more time playing the game to practice your positioning.

Against Terminid enemies, M1000 Maxigun is also reliable, but you will face a wider variety of enemies, so you must increase your vigilance and adaptability.

If you know you are about to enter combat, it's best to start attacking before enemies enter range, eliminating the nearest enemies first, and then slowly sweeping to the farther ones.

If you unfortunately encounter heavy units, you can use ultimate weapons or incendiary grenades in conjunction with M1000 Maxigun to limit or interrupt enemy movement, or try to aim for their abdomens to kill them completely.

Since you cannot move while holding M1000 Maxigun, you must find a suitable position to perform these actions. Although aiming at the side is safer, the enemy's legs might block your bullets, so it's better to muster the courage to rush underneath and shoot directly.

For Automatons, due to the higher number of heavily armored enemies, M1000 Maxigun's usability is reduced, but it can still be attempted when combined with anti-tank grenades or other stratagems.

Summary

M1000 Maxigun has indeed brought new fun to Helldivers 2 this December, but in terms of practicality, while it has a faster rate of fire, it relies heavily on ammo packs and lacks heavy armor-piercing capabilities.

Considering balance, it's normal for any weapon to have shortcomings, but we still hope that M1000 Maxigun can at least be moved while wearing enhanced mobility gear; otherwise, it's quite inconvenient.

In short, if you don't mind these shortcomings and have enough medals, M1000 Maxigun is worth owning and trying. We hope this information helps you better understand this weapon!