Explosions are a Helldiver's bread and butter, and nothing beats the satisfaction of obliterating an enemy encampment with a perfectly placed airstrike. The Servants of Freedom Warbond adds two new tools of mass destruction to your arsenal: the GP-31 Ultimatum and the B-100 Portable Hellbomb. While the Ultimatum is a simple point-and-click nuke, the Hellbomb is a more nuanced weapon. This guide covers everything you need to know to wield the B-100 effectively.
Carrying a portable nuke on your back might sound risky, but the B-100 is designed with safety in mind. It requires manual activation, preventing accidental detonations from enemy or friendly fire.
Activation: Press 5 on PC or D-Pad Down on PlayStation 5 to activate the Hellbomb. This starts a 10-second timer.
Deployment: Hold X (or D-Pad Down) to select the backpack slot and drop the bomb.
Evacuation: Run for your life! Get clear of the blast radius as quickly as possible.
No Disarming: Once activated, the B-100 cannot be disarmed. Remember, second thoughts are undemocratic. Always communicate your intent to use the Hellbomb to your team to prevent friendly fire.
Unlimited Uses (with Cooldown): Unlike the single-use mission-specific Hellbombs, the B-100 has unlimited uses, though it's subject to a cooldown. With all cooldown-reducing ship upgrades, you can call in a new Hellbomb roughly every 4 minutes.
Strategic Kamikaze Runs: The most effective use of the B-100 is often a deep strike into the heart of heavily fortified enemy outposts, nests, or encampments. Activating the bomb and sacrificing yourself to take out a Command Bunker and a swarm of heavily armored enemies is a worthwhile trade, especially on Helldive or Super Helldive difficulty.
Target Selection: Prioritize high-value targets. Command Bunkers, heavily armored enemies, and large enemy concentrations are prime targets for the Hellbomb's explosive fury.
Team Coordination: Clear communication is key. Coordinate Hellbomb strikes with your team to maximize their impact and avoid friendly fire incidents. A well-timed Hellbomb can pave the way for a successful team advance.
Cooldown Management: Keep track of the Hellbomb's cooldown and plan your strikes accordingly. Don't waste it on small groups of enemies when a larger target is just around the corner.
Risk Assessment: A kamikaze run is a high-risk, high-reward strategy. Weigh the potential benefits against the risk to yourself and your team. Sometimes, a more cautious approach is necessary.
The B-100 Portable Hellbomb is a powerful tool in the Helldivers 2 arsenal. Mastering its use and understanding its strategic implications will significantly improve your squad's chances of success. Remember, managed democracy requires decisive action, and sometimes, a glorious, explosive sacrifice is the only way to achieve victory.
