Do you want to level up quickly in Helldivers 2? Super quick? I’ve got just the thing—a fantastic farming method. It’s super easy too. With this method, you’ll rake in about 1,400 XP and 5,000 requisition slips per mission, and each mission only takes 2-3 minutes if you’re speedy. Let me break it down for you:
Stratagems
Selecting the correct strategem is one of the key factor to make this strategy. To start off, snag the mortar sentry—it’s seriously overpowered and will be the backbone of this farming strategy. You’ll also need the rocket sentry and EMP mortar, but those are locked until levels 15 and 20, respectively. So, for now, stick with the basic turret and gatling turret until you unlock them. The autocannon is another solid choice, so grab that when you hit the right level. Additionally, if you can, get the orbital laser airstrike. If it’s not available yet, the default strike or orbital gatling barrage will suffice. The eagle airstrike might also do the trick.
The Mission
Now that you’ve got your setup sorted (by the way, the optimal loadout includes the regular mortar sentry, the EMS mortar sentry, the rocket sentry, and the orbital laser), it’s time to head to the Automaton sector. Look for planets that are in a defensive operation.
Once you’ve found a planet, scout for an operation at the highest difficulty you’ve unlocked (those numbers I mentioned earlier are based on Helldive difficulty). Focus on operations featuring an “Eliminate the automatons” defensive mission—you’ll know it’s the right one if the map is small.
Teammates
Round up some teammates to join you, all running similar setups (more mortars, the merrier). You can recruit them using SOS beacons, LFG on Discord, or simply by inviting friends—it’s your call. The key is to assemble a team with firepower focused on mortars.
Defenses Setup
Once you’ve assembled your squad and are in the mission, make your way to the area just in front of the big tower. If there isn’t a tower, aim for the highest flat area.
Position your mortars near the tower and place any other non-mortar turrets on the edge of that platform or slightly ahead of it. This setup helps protect your mortars while covering your ground efficiently.
Time for the Result
Now, sit back and reap the rewards. Occasionally, you’ll need to call in airstrikes on each side of the map, but it’s not a major hassle. To maximize your gains, focus on eliminating enemies swiftly and ensure all team members stay alive. Extract as soon as possible to optimize your earnings.
That wraps it up! If you have any questions or comments (or perhaps you know of an even better farming method), feel free to let me know! I’ve only clocked around 20 hours in the game at the time of writing this, but being a Destiny veteran (with over 10,000 hours), I feel like I caught on pretty quickly.
P.S: Regarding weapons, the only viable primary I’m aware of so far is the breaker, and for secondaries, go with the machine pistol.
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