Helldivers 2has some of the best weapons to take out Terminids and Automatons.

Take down Scout Striders in Helldivers 2.

The guide entails how to get the Arc Thrower and how to use it correctly in the field.

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How To Unlock The Arc Thrower

You need toreach level 15 firstto unlock theARC-3 Arc Throwerweapon Stratagem.

Once you are at that level, go to yourShip Management panel and go through the Stratagem section.

Arc Thrower can beused by charging the beam and releasing it while your targetis at medium distance.

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Unlike most ammunition-based weapons,Arc Thrower does not require restocking of ammo.

you’ve got the option to charge andfire the weapon unlimited times.

Arc Thrower can one-shot a party memberif they happen to stand near an enemy that is your target.

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The jolt will connect automatically to a friendly, killing them instantly.

While charging the Arc Thrower, the divers mobility is reducedas long as you hold the charge button.

Use the Shield pack while running with the Arc ThrowerStratagem weapon.

firing arc thrower on automatons in Helldivers 2

If your teammates have equipped a shield pack, the Arc Thrower hitting them will not kill them.

Instead, the zap will bounce to the next target, further extending the range of the weapon.

Stratagems are the key part of any strategy in Helldivers 2.

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