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When it comes to spreading managed democracy across the galaxy inHelldivers 2, there’s no such thing as “too much firepower.” While Arrowhead has blessed us with an impressive arsenal of stratagems to deal with the bug menace, some players think we could use a bit more… chemical persuasion.
The recent Chemical Agents Warbond may have given us new tools for dispensing liberty in gaseous form, but one particularly enthusiastic defender of Super Earth thinks we can do better. Much better.
And after seeing their suggestion, we have to admit—they might be onto something that would make even the most hardened veterans of chemical warfare raise an eyebrow in respect.
AHelldivers 2Stratagem to Make History Proud
The suggestion in question? An Orbital Gas Barrage that would turn entire sections of the battlefield into a bug-suffocating nightmare:
While the current Orbital Gas Strike does an admirable job of creating localized zones of freedom, a barrage version could potentially blanket entire sections of the battlefield in democracy-spreading chemicals. Think about it: multiple gas clouds, strategically placed to create chokepoints or completely deny areas to the bug menace.
It would be particularly effectiveduring those hectic extraction momentsor when defending objectives against overwhelming odds. And let’s be honest, there’s something poetic about watching waves of Terminids succumb to the green mist of liberty.
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TheHelldivers 2community’s reaction to this suggestion has been, shall we say, enthusiastically supportive:
Some players are already imagining the possibilities of combining such a stratagem with existing equipment,reminiscent of that one gas-themed loadoutthat would make Fritz Haber himself proud:
The enthusiasm has even inspired some impromptu musical tributes to the cause:
Of course, implementing such a powerful stratagem would require careful consideration fromArrowheadto maintain game balance. But given their recent track record of implementing community suggestions while keeping the spirit of the game intact, an Orbital Gas Barrage doesn’t seem entirely out of the realm of possibility.
Expanding Super Earth’s Arsenal
The discussion has sparked broader conversations about the potential for more barrage-type stratagems in general:
It’s a valid point. While our current arsenal is impressive, there’s always room for more ways to spread managed democracy. After all, variety is the spice of life, and nothing spices up a battlefield quite like multiple overlapping clouds of freedom-ensuring gas.
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Some might argue that such a stratagem would be too powerful. To them, we say: isn’t that exactly what Super Earth would want? Besides, when you’re fighting for democracy,there’s no such thing as overkill—there’s only “open fire” and “I need to reload.”
Whether Arrowhead will add this particular suggestion to their arsenal remains to be seen. But one thing’s for sure: the community’s creativity when it comes to new ways of spreading managed democracy knows no bounds. And honestly? We’re here for it.
What do you think about the idea of an Orbital Gas Barrage? Would you like to see more barrage-type stratagems added to the game? Let us know in the comments below!
Soumyajit Mukherjee
Gaming Writer
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Soumyajit Mukherjee is a Gaming Writer at FandomWire, known for his deep dives into tactical shooters and co-op games. Since joining in June 2024, he’s focused on breakout multiplayer titles like Helldivers 2 and Marvel Rivals, bringing sharp analysis and veteran instincts to every story. His gaming journey began at a local café with the OG Modern Warfare 2, and from that very first frag, he’s been chasing the rush ever since.A former competitive Rainbow Six Siege team captain, Soumyajit has played and written about everything from CS:GO, Valorant, Overwatch, and Apex Legends to Rocket League, Call of Duty, and Battlefield. He’s proudly PC-first and has been since said LAN days… but with GTA 6 looming on the horizon, a long-overdue PS5 might finally sneak onto his setup.
