Helldivers 2: Armor Passive Tier List

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• All Armor Passives & What They Do in Helldivers 2

• Armor Passive Tier List in Helldivers 2

Helldivers 2 categorizes armor into light, medium, and heavy types, each impacting mobility and defense. However, the real game-changer lies in the armor passives—powerful perks significantly affecting gameplay.

Navigating the diverse range of Helldivers 2 armor passives is crucial for mission success. This updated tier list analyzes the best passives, guiding your choices for optimal performance in any situation.

All Armor Passives & What They Do in Helldivers 2

Currently, Helldivers 2 boasts 14 armor passives, each shaping your playstyle and combat effectiveness. From increased damage absorption to enhanced scouting, the right passive is key. Remember, in Helldivers 2, these passives are tied to body armor only; helmets and capes offer no additional bonuses. This comprehensive list details each passive's benefits, ensuring you're prepared for any mission challenge, whether prioritizing survival or maximizing utility.

Armor PassiveDescriptionAcclimated50% resistance to acid, electrical, fire, and gas damage.Advanced Filtration80% resistance to gas damage.Democracy Protects50% chance to survive lethal attacks (like headshots); prevents chest injuries (like internal bleeding).Electrical Conduit95% resistance to lightning arc damage.Engineering Kit+2 grenade capacity; 30% recoil reduction while crouching or prone.Extra Padding+50 armor rating.Fortified50% resistance to explosive damage; 30% recoil reduction while crouching or prone.Inflammable75% resistance to fire damage.Med-Kit+2 stim capacity; +2 seconds additional stim duration.Peak Physique100% increased melee damage; improved weapon handling (reduced weapon movement drag).Scout30% reduced enemy detection range; map markers generate radar scans revealing nearby enemies.Servo-Assisted30% increased throwing range; 50% additional limb health.Siege-Ready30% increased primary weapon reload speed; 30% increased primary weapon ammo capacity.Unflinching95% reduced recoil flinching.

Armor Passive Tier List in Helldivers 2

This tier list reflects Helldivers 2 version 1.002.003, ranking passives based on overall value, utility, and effectiveness across various missions and enemy types.

TierArmor PassiveWhy?S TierEngineering KitExtra grenades are invaluable for closing bug holes, destroying fabricators/warp ships, and utilizing powerful weapons like Thermites.Med-KitIncreased healing frequency dramatically improves survival, especially when combined with the Experimental Infusion booster.Siege-ReadySignificantly boosts ammo capacity and reload speed, crucial for handling large enemy groups, particularly with ammo-intensive weapons.A TierDemocracy ProtectsProvides a strong defensive boost, especially early-game, increasing survivability against lethal attacks.Extra PaddingOffers a straightforward increase in overall damage resistance.FortifiedExtremely useful generally, and essential against Automatons, significantly increasing survivability against their explosive attacks.Servo-AssistedHighly effective against Terminids; increased throwing range allows safe deployment of stratagems and grenades, while increased limb health mitigates claw attacks.B TierPeak PhysiqueWhile useful, melee combat is generally avoided, and the benefits are outweighed by other options.InflammableIdeal for fire-based builds, particularly effective against Terminids and Illuminate on fire-heavy planets.ScoutUseful for revealing enemy positions, but could benefit from highlighting points of interest or objectives.C TierAcclimatedSituational; rarely will you face all four damage types in a single mission.Advanced FiltrationOnly beneficial for gas-focused builds, and the overall impact is limited.Electrical ConduitPrimarily useful against Illuminate, but other options often prove superior.UnflinchingMinimal impact on combat effectiveness; reduced recoil flinching is barely noticeable.