Helldivers 2: How to rescue the science teams & best loadout

Planning a rescue for the science team in Helldivers 2? Follow this guide for a successful mission and discover the ideal loadout to ensure your triumph.

In the world of Helldivers 2, even what seems like a straightforward rescue mission can quickly spiral into a daunting challenge, with some players calling it an impossible task. However, Helldivers 2 proves time and again that with the right amount of fireworks and teamwork, no challenge is too difficult in the game.

So, to help you rescue the science team or help extract civilians from a hostile environment, here’s everything you need to know – from the best loadout, to just how you can complete this ‘impossible’ mission.

Best loadout to rescue the science teams in Helldivers 2

A good loadout is key if you want to rescue the teams without having to respawn countless times. So, here are the best weapons and Stratagems you should try out:

Best Weapons

• AR-23P Liberator Penetrator: Assault Rifle
• SG-225 Breaker: Shotgun

Best Stratagems

• Sentry Turrets
• Orbital Gatling Barrage
• Orbital 120MM HE Barrage
• Grenade Launcher

How to rescue the science teams in Helldivers 2

Rescuing the science team in Helldivers 2 is pretty tricky, as are most of the extraction missions really. So, to get the best chance you’ll want to collaborate carefully as a team and aim to get the mission completed as soon as possible.

A few key techniques would be to use some players to open the doors to the settlements and extract the civilians, while others clear the path for their run to the next building. It’s vital that those players remove any enemy as soon as they land, or you’ll quickly get overwhelmed.

We recommend dropping in and finding the buildings, then placing every Sentry and protective Stratagem down before you open the doors. Once you do open the doors, be prepared to let all your Strategems loose, and just keep the pathways clear.

It’s by no means easy, but with the right planning, teamwork, and loadout, you’ll be succeeding in no time.

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