Armor ratings are important for determining the protection level of your character against enemy attacks and environmental hazards in Helldivers 2. In this article, we will explain what the armor rating is and how it works, so you can make the best choices for your playstyle.
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What is Armor Rating?
Armor in Helldivers 2 has 3 crucial stats players should keep an eye out for:
- Armour Rating
- Speed Stamina
- Regen
Today we'll be taking a look at the first stat - Armor Rating, which is quite important in your Helldivers 2 gameplay. Armor Rating shows how well your armor takes damage, in other words - its strength.
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The Right Armor Rating for your Build
Just because an armor has a high rating doesn't mean it's automatically the best choice for you in Helldivers 2. The decision is way more complex and has a lot to do with your playstyle. Helldivers 2 has 3 types of armor:
- Heavy
- Medium
- Light
The higher the armor rating, the tankier you'll be. This means Heavy armor usually has the highest armor rating. However, this is at the cost of lower Speed and Stamina Regen. You're basically giving up on your mobility so you can be way more sustainable to enemy fire and melee attacks. Simply said, high armor rating will make you a tank.
If you want a light build, you should stick to a lower armor rating. This way you'll be faster and more mobile. You'll be more vulnerable to incoming damage, but it will be easier for you to avoid it.
Is Helldivers 2 Armor Rating Bugged?
Helldivers 2 players have noticed an ongoing issue with Armor ratings. On February 23, Arrowhead confirmed the existence of an Armor rating bug, acknowledging that armor values were not functioning as intended. Some question the true advantages of a higher Armor rating due to this bug. Regardless of the type of armor equipped, players often take a lot of lethal damage.
The debate surrounding Extra Padding continues as well, with Helldivers players questioning how effective it is as a passive stat (it gives resistance against explosive damage).
Summary
- Armour Rating shows how well the armor takes damage.
- The higher the Armor Rating, the tankier you'll be.
- High Armor Rating is meant for Heavy Builds.
- Armor Rating is currently facing some issues in Helldivers 2.
We're hoping this issue gets resolved soon. We'll be here to update you if there are any changes on this topic. Check out the rest of our Helldivers 2 content.
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