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Helldivers 2is atactical shooterwith awide variety of enemies. Each enemy has its own spawn conditions, strengths, and weaknesses. However, the game does not currently have any in-game way to learn or record these characteristics. This is tricky because daily missions mandate hunting down specific enemies, likeChargers— or Devastators.
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As a result, Helldivers on the hunt for a specific enemy must turn to guides like this one. Keep reading to learn where you may find Devastators, how to overcome their thick armor, and whatStratagemsare most effective against them.
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Where To Find Devastators
Devastators spawn in any Automaton mission that is at leastEasy difficulty or higher.To maximize your chances of seeing Devastator type enemies, play on difficulty Easy or Medium, as higher difficulties tend to introduce more enemy types and dilute the spawn rate.
Spawn Locations
Devastator type enemies are commonly part ofDropship groups, and they tend to hang around bot factories. Bot factories in particular are a great place to try if you are struggling to get enough spawns. They are typically located in the red glowing areas on your mini map.
In addition to their regular spawns,you are guaranteed to see these enemies in special Devastator missions.These missions are similar to the ones you can embark on to killBrood Commanderson Terminid-controlled Planets.
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Devastator Weak Points
Once you’ve found a Devastator to kill, you’ll need to rely onprecision over quantity. Devastators are heavily armored enemies, withonly two small weak spots.
Both areas have ared glow, which can help you aim. However, some players have reported visual bugs where this glow isn’t present in First Person View. Depending on the strength of your weapon, killing a Devastator may take several shots. Luckily,they are slow and easy to kite.
Best Weapons & Stratagems Against Devastators
Devastators are the weakest to highly accurate long range weapons, or fire. As a result,the Anti-Material Rifleandthe Flamethrowerare both great weapons against them. Additionally, as far asstrong Stratagemsto use against Devastators,Incendiary MinesandtheEagle Napalm Airstrikemake a good defensive backup.
For more info about how to take on the various enemies in Helldivers 2, check out our guides onevery Automaton enemy typeandevery Terminid enemy type.
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