Here are the best keybinds to use for Helldivers 2.

The Punisher Plasma is a weapon addition featured inThe Cutting Edge Warbond.

Even though it is a shotgun, this weapon offers a dynamic playstyle and versatility.

A player using Plasma Punisher to kill charger in Helldivers 2

This guide breaks down the complete Punisher Plasma build you should consider in the loadout.

This weapon fires a plasma grenade that acts more like a projectile and less like a bullet.

Theplasma projectilefired from the Punisher Plasma gunis explosive.

A screenshot from Helldivers 2 showing the player character standing on the deck of their ship, staring out at the cannons of their ship aiming down at a cloudy green planet below.

It hasmassive stagger poweranddeals high explosive damage.

These two elements make Punisher Plasma a high-risk, high-reward weapon in the game that must be used cautiously.

Enemies such as Stalkers, Devastatros, Hulks, and Chargers stand no chance against Punisher Plasma’s projectiles.

A player running away from Bile Titan with Plasma Punisher equipped in Helldivers 2

Thestagger power and explosive projectile consistently stopthese high-value threats anddeal a ton of weak spotdamage.

Secondary Weapon

ThePP-19 is one of the best secondary weaponsin the game.

ThePunisher Plasma weapon will instantly blow you upif you fire the projectile at a target very close to you.

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Alwaysreserve the Stun grenadesfor larger targets,like the Chargerand Bile Titan.

If you see them stunned, launch the Punisher Plasma’s projectiles at the weak spots.

Punisher Plasma can potentially kill a charger with three to fourprojectiles.

A player running with PP-19 secondary weapon in Helldivers 2

The Best Stratagems For A Support Build

The Punisher Plasma can only get you so far.

You still need to equip some of thebest stratagemsthat synergize with the build for maximum combat efficiency.

For this, a higher RPM support weapon will significantly aid in combat effectiveness.

Stun grenade showcase in the Armory of Helldivers 2

You also need to distance yourself from incoming threats and be more mobile than the rest of your teammates.

Stalwart

Stalwart is one of the best machine gunsin the game.

It packs a punch andshreds bugs and bots.

A player selecting Stratagems to kill Bile Titan in Helldivers 2

Other than that, you shouldalways use Stalwart against Hunters, Brood Commanders, and Warriors.

The rounds go through these bugs and shred them to pieces in seconds.

Stacked containers or vertical rockscan beclimbed using the Jump Packstratagem.

M-105 Stalwart weapon showcase screen in Helldivers 2

you could then unleash a barrage of projectiles from Punisher Plasma and sweep the ground easily.

Orbital Airburst Strike

Running with the Punisher Plasma gun puts you in a threat elimination role.

There is no better stratagem toclear light to medium armor enemiesthanusing the Orbital Airburst Strike.

A diver using jump pack from a higher ground in Helldivers 2

This is theultimate stratagem for crowd controlin the Punisher Plasma build.

TheEagle Airstrike always lands in a perpendicular directionto you.

This can even kill more than one Bile Titan if multiple explosions catch them.

Orbital Airburst Strike killing bugs in Helldivers 2

For this, theDP-40 Hero of the Federation is the best armorfor a Punisher Plasma build in the game.

The Democracy Protectsarmor passive gives you a 50 percentchance tonot die while taking lethal damage.

This means you should always stay behind at least one DPS teammate and just provide the supporting fire.

A player calling down Eagle Airstrike in Helldivers 2

It can quickly become asuicide gun if you are not carefulwith your targets.

Maintain your distance from these foes and take them out as quickly as possible.

Other than that,always look out for ammunition.

DP-40 Hero of the Federation armor stats in Helldivers 2

Most of these can befound on POIs, so whenexploring or running between objectives, ensure yourammo is stocked.

From fire tornadoes to heavy rainstorms, you’ll encounter all different kinds of conditions on different planets.

Stamina Enhancement Booster screen in the Booster tab of Helldivers 2-1

A player firing Plasma Punisher Shotgun on Charger in Helldivers 2

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