The FLAM-40 Flamethrower was often overlooked in Helldivers 2 due to its complexity compared to other weapons. However, a significant buff in Patch 01.000.200 has now made it a formidable choice, boasting a 50% increase in damage per second, ideal for swiftly dispatching armored foes like Chargers.
This Flamethrower build emphasizes damage and survival in Helldivers 2, focusing on efficiency rather than pyromania. While there are other fire-based options available, such as the Eagle Napalm Strike, this build prioritizes practicality over flashiness, offering a solid foundation for wielding the FLAM-40 Flamethrower.
Selecting the Right Arsenal
Choosing the perfect primary weapon to complement your Flamethrower is crucial. The SG-225 Breaker serves as an excellent choice for softening enemies, while the SG-225IE Breaker Incendiary variant adds burning capabilities. For longer-range engagements, consider the LAS-16 Sickle, offering precision and unlimited ammo with heat sink management.
The secondary slot is best filled by the reliable P-19 Redeemer, a versatile option that complements the Flamethrower effectively in various combat scenarios.
Enhancing Your Arsenal with Grenades
Acquiring the Cutting Edge Premium Warbond can elevate your Flamethrower build by introducing the G-23 Stun Grenade. While lacking in damage, this grenade excels at immobilizing priority targets like Chargers, granting you the opportunity to unleash fiery retribution with your Flamethrower.
In challenging missions against heavily armored foes, the strategic use of G-23 Stun Grenades can prove invaluable, allowing you to control and eliminate threats efficiently.
Armoring Up for Flamethrower Combat
While the Flamethrower deals substantial damage, its close-quarters nature puts you at risk of self-inflicted harm and enemy counterattacks. Opt for the Med Kit passive in your armor selection, allowing you to carry extra Stims and extend their effects, enhancing your survivability.
Unlock the CM-09 Bonesnapper (medium) or the CM-14 Physician (medium) armor sets for free, or await the rotation in the Helldivers 2 Superstore for premium options like the CM-17 Butcher (heavy) or the CM-21 Trench Paramedic (light), tailored to support your Flamethrower playstyle.