Helldivers 2: How to Kill Chargers Guide

The bug-like Chargers in Helldivers 2 are some of the toughest enemies you'll encounter due to their heavy armor and charging attacks. While intimidating, you can take down these threats by targeting their weaknesses and using the right weapons and strategies. This guide will tell you the best tips on how to kill Chargers in Helldivers 2.

How to Kill Chargers in Helldivers 2 

Chargers spawn frequently on planets controlled by the insectoid Terminids, identifiable by the yellow side of the Galactic War map.

• They appear on medium-difficulty and higher missions that mention "Heavily armored enemies."
• For solo players or small teams, choose a lower-difficulty mission that still spawns Chargers for an easier time.
• The alien nests and egg objectives will have Chargers guarding them.

Although Chargers may seem intimidating, they're actually easy to defeat once you know their weak spots and vulnerabilities. Follow these tips to take down Chargers with ease: 

Charger Weak Spots

• The glowing orange abdomen on a Charger's back is the most obvious weak point to target.
• You can also shoot the small head when it charges at you, if you're able to aim well under pressure.
• Chargers take major damage when you destroy the armor segments protecting their flesh. Heavy weapons excel at breaking through.

Using Ordnances

A precisely aimed Hellpod or other explosive ordinance underneath a Charger will defeat it quickly. Consider firing ordnances preemptively before engaging clustered or approaching Chargers. This avoids getting swarmed by smaller aliens too.

Heavy Weapons & Continued Damage

Bulky armaments like the Autocannon or rocket launcher will rip through a Charger's plating after some sustained fire. Keep a distance while whittling down its armor, circling to attack its back, and then finish it off by targeting the exposed orange segments.

Summary

• Aim for the glowing orange abdomen or small head when charging
• Use ordnances to soften or defeat them
• Heavy weapons pierce armor effectively
• Destroy armor plating to reach vulnerable interior flesh

By understanding where to find Chargers, targeting their weak spots, and utilizing explosives along with heavy firepower, Helldivers can counter these tank-like bugs and continue liberating planets from the Terminid threat. Consult this guide when you see "Heavily armored enemies" on your next mission and need strategies to eliminate the formidable Chargers.