Helldivers 2 Devastators: How to find and kill them

You might not have a lot of trouble dealing with the smaller Automatons in your fight for democracy, but killing Helldivers 2 Devastators is a big ask for even the most battle-hardened players out there. Moreover, a mission in the game requires you to kill 15 of these metal monstrosities, but the struggle is more than worth your effort since it results in a good number of medals.

You will encounter these creatures during most missions, as they have a chance of showing up as an "eliminate" objective. You are also highly likely to run into them on planets located in the red zone.

If you've been losing sleep while racking your brain for ways to kill Devastators, then you've come to the right place. This article will show you how to effectively deal with these pesky armored Automatons.

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Devastators location in Helldivers 2

Devastators usually show up in all Automaton-infested planets. If you're playing the game on Normal or higher difficulty preset, you will encounter these hulking mechs pretty early in the game. While defeating the Devastators isn't as tough as it might initially look, facing them without a proper plan or solo, can turn out to be quite a challenge.

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How to kill Devastators in Helldivers 2

For democracy! (Image via Arrowhead Game Studios || X/@The787Centauri)

Combating the Devastators is pretty much the same experience as dealing with most of the Automatons in HD2. You need to stay on the move, position yourself well, and be mindful of where you place your turrets. Apart from that, here are some extra tips to effectively kill Devastators:

• Devastators don't have any armor on their heads, so going for headshots will allow you to deal devastating damage.
• If you're having trouble dodging their attacks, you can shoot at their limbs to disable their weapons.
• Aiming for their waist is also a good strategy, as this can make the Devastators fall apart with ease.

Now Devastators have a ton of armor on their bodies, so you need the right weapons for the job. Let's take a look at some weapons that will help you make short work of these Automatons.

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The best weapons for killing Devastators in Helldivers 2

A well-placed Railgun shot can take Devastators apart in Helldivers 2 (Image via Arrowhead Game Studios || YouTube/Traudi Gaming)

If your primary task is to hunt Devastators, then it is important to pack weapons that have armor piercing on them. Listed below are the best ones for the job:

• SG-225 Breaker
• P-19 Redeemer
• AR-23E Liberator Explosive

All three of these weapons are excellent against armored enemies, while the SG-225 Breaker is widely regarded as one of the best options in the game. If you also want to pack some Stratagems for your journey, then the Railgun, FLAM-40 Flamethrower, and the Anti-Material Rifle will serve you well.

Now you have everything you need to go out there and make short work of Devastators and other armored enemies on your quest to protect Super Earth.

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FAQs on Helldivers 2 Devastators

What are the Devastators in Helldivers 2?

The Devastators are Automaton enemy types. These machines are quite similar to Scout Striders but are much more agile and also, significantly more deadly.

What is the weakness of the Devastators in Helldivers 2?

The Devastators do not have armor on their heads and legs, which are also the weak points of these lethal machines.

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