Helldivers 2: How to Unlock and Use the 500kg Bomb

Unlock and unleash the Eagle 500kg Bomb in Helldivers 2. Learn how to obtain, deploy, and maximize this destructive stratagem's potential.

Helldivers 2: How to Unlock and Use the 500kg Bomb
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The Eagle 500kg Bomb is a game-changing stratagem in Helldivers 2 that can turn the tide of any battle. This powerful explosive is capable of obliterating nearly any target in its blast radius, making it an essential tool for Helldivers looking to clear out large groups of enemies or take down formidable foes like the Bile Titan.

How to Unlock the Eagle 500kg Bomb


How to Unlock the Eagle 500kg Bomb
Arrowhead Game Studios

To add the Eagle 500kg Bomb to your arsenal, you must first reach Level 15. There are various ways to level up quickly in Helldivers 2, with the most efficient method being to focus on missions that involve fighting waves of Terminid enemies or defeating Automatons.

Once you've reached Level 15, head to the Stratagems tab in the ship's Management Console and purchase the Eagle 500kg Bomb for 10,000 Requisition Slips. If you find yourself short on Requisition Slips, complete missions, Major Orders, and side objectives.

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Deploying the Eagle 500kg Bomb


To call in the Eagle 500kg Bomb during a mission, input the following sequence using your controller: Up, Right, Down, Down, Down.  Timing and positioning are crucial when using the Eagle 500kg Bomb. Ensure that you and your team are well clear of the blast radius.

The Eagle 500kg Bomb is incredibly powerful, but its effectiveness diminishes with distance due to significant damage falloff. To get the most out of this stratagem, aim to drop the bomb as close to your intended targets as possible.

In conclusion, the Eagle 500kg Bomb is a force to be reckoned with in Helldivers 2. By understanding how to unlock, deploy, and maximize the effectiveness of this stratagem, you can take down tough enemies with ease.

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