Helldivers 2: Best Armor Passives Ranked

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• All Armor Passives & What They Do in Helldivers 2

• Armor Passive Tier List in Helldivers 2

Helldivers 2 categorizes armor into light, medium, and heavy types, each impacting mobility and defense. However, the real game-changer lies in the armor passives—powerful perks significantly affecting gameplay.

Navigating the diverse range of Helldivers 2's armor passives is crucial for survival and combat success. Don't rush into your next mission unprepared! Our updated tier list analyzes the best armor passives, guiding your choices for optimal mission performance.

All Armor Passives & What They Do in Helldivers 2

Currently, Helldivers 2 boasts 14 armor passives, each shaping your playstyle and combat effectiveness. From enhanced damage absorption to improved scouting capabilities, selecting the right passive is key. Remember, in Helldivers 2, these passives are tied to body armor; helmets and capes remain standard issue.

The list below details each passive, empowering you to adapt to diverse mission challenges. Whether prioritizing survival or maximizing utility, careful passive selection is crucial for effective loadouts and builds.

Armor PassiveDescriptionAcclimated50% resistance to acid, electrical, fire, and gas damage.Advanced Filtration80% resistance to gas damage.Democracy Protects50% chance to survive lethal attacks (like headshots); prevents chest injuries (e.g., internal bleeding).Electrical Conduit95% resistance to lightning arc damage.Engineering Kit+2 grenade capacity; 30% recoil reduction while crouching or prone.Extra Padding+50 armor rating.Fortified50% resistance to explosive damage; 30% recoil reduction while crouching or prone.Inflammable75% resistance to fire damage.Med-Kit+2 stim capacity; +2 seconds additional stim duration.Peak Physique100% increased melee damage; improved weapon handling (reduced weapon movement drag).Scout30% reduced enemy detection range; map markers generate radar scans revealing nearby enemies.Servo-Assisted30% increased throwing range; 50% additional limb health.Siege-Ready30% increased primary weapon reload speed; 30% increased primary weapon ammo capacity.Unflinching95% reduced recoil flinching.

Armor Passive Tier List in Helldivers 2

This tier list reflects Helldivers 2 version 1.002.003, ranking passives based on overall value, utility, and effectiveness across various missions and enemy types.

TierArmor PassiveWhy?S TierEngineering KitExtra grenades are invaluable for closing bug holes, destroying fabricators and warp ships, and enhancing combat effectiveness.Med-KitIncreased healing frequency significantly boosts survival, especially when combined with the Experimental Infusion booster.Siege-ReadyImproved ammo and reload speed are game-changing, especially against large enemy groups.A TierDemocracy ProtectsProvides a strong defense boost, particularly in early game, increasing survival against lethal attacks.Extra PaddingA reliable choice for increased overall damage resistance.FortifiedHighly effective generally, and especially crucial against Automatons, improving survival against explosive attacks.Servo-AssistedExcellent against Terminids; increased throwing range allows for safer stratagem deployment and reduces injury risk.B TierPeak PhysiqueUseful for reduced weapon drag, but melee combat is generally avoided.InflammableSituational, but highly valuable for fire-based builds and missions with fire-based hazards.ScoutUseful for revealing enemy positions but could benefit from additional functionality.C TierAcclimatedLimited effectiveness as you rarely encounter all four elemental damage types in a single mission.Advanced FiltrationOnly beneficial for gas-focused builds.Electrical ConduitPrimarily useful against the Illuminate, but other options often prove superior.UnflinchingMinimal impact on combat effectiveness.