Helldivers 2 is all about strategy, and strategy in Helldivers 2 is all about Stratagems. These lethal ordinances don’t discriminate, so picking the right ones for the mission is crucial. Since this guide is focused on the early game, these Stratagems are all acquired before level 10, and most effective up through Medium difficulty.
Best Early Orbital Strike in Helldivers 2
You begin with the excellent Precision Orbital Strike, which is useful for destroying buildings, closing bug burrows, and dealing massive damage to enemy targets. But if you’re looking for a little more utility, the Air Burst Orbital Strike is your best bet.
The Air Burst launches a shotgun-like volley of 3 large bursts that shred lightly-armored infantry like confetti. Since the lower difficulties don’t feature many heavily-armored units, it’s an excellent way to clear bug bursts and enemy hives.
