Every Weapon in Helldivers 2 Python Commandos Warbond, Ranked

Helldivers 2’s Python Commandos warbond brings four new weapons. Here's which ones are worth unlocking and which to skip.

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SUMMARY

• Python Commandos warbond adds four new weapons to Helldivers 2, including a Superstore-exclusive shotgun.
• The minigun finally answers years of community requests, though ammo economy creates some dependencies.
• One weapon stands above the rest for pure versatility, making it essential for Helldivers prioritizing their Super Credit spending wisely.

Helldivers 2 dropped the Python Commandos warbond on December 2, 2025, and while only three weapons technically shipped with it, the themed Superstore-exclusive shotgun was released alongside the set. For the sake of this ranking, we’re including all four.

But with Medals and Super Credits not exactly going on trees, knowing which gear to prioritize can make all the difference. Here’s how the Python Commandos arsenal stacks up from least to most essential for your loadout.

4 CQC-9 Defoliation Tool (Chainsword)

The Defoliation Tool, aka chainsaw, aka the Chainsword, looks like a monster on paper. It starts with medium armor penetration and ramps up to heavy the longer it’s held against a target. Pair it with the new Rock Solid armor passive, which reduces ragdoll effects, and you get a melee weapon that sounds capable of handling almost anything Helldivers 2 throws at you.

But building your entire loadout around melee means giving up ranged firepower in a game that overwhelmingly rewards keeping distance.

The chainsaw performs reasonably well against bugs, works acceptably against squids, and gets you absolutely deleted by bots the moment you close distance. Most random lobbies won’t adapt their strategy to accommodate melee users, and without that teamwork, the chainsword becomes a liability.

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3 AR/GL-21 One-Two

The One-Two fuses an assault rifle with an underslung grenade launcher. The concept sounds practical, especially since it lets you collapse bug holes or destroy fabricators without taking up your stratagem grenade slot. That utility makes sense, but execution leaves a lot to be desired.

The rifle portion hits for 95 damage with light armor penetration and has no option to boost magazine size with attachments, limiting its potential with supply packs. Its fire rate feels slightly sluggish for the damage it delivers, making it a poor choice against anything bulkier than basic infantry. Meanwhile, the launcher is similar to the GP-31 grenade pistol, with only four rounds to work with.

2 M-1000 Maxigun

After nearly two years of requests, Arrowhead has finally delivered the belt-fed minigun everyone wanted. The M-1000 Maxigun fires 1500 rounds per minute with medium penetration, though you have to plant yourself and brace before firing. That limitation worried some players initially, but it actually makes the weapon better when your squad understands how to work together instead of running off solo.

The bigger challenge is ammo. You get 750 rounds per belt with no reload, and they vanish fast in sustained fire. Against crowds or lightly armored targets, it feels incredible. Against heavies, you’re either hitting weak points or wasting bullets.

Now, it won’t satisfy players chasing meta loadouts or instant gratification, but in the right hands and with a steady resupply plan, it’s one of the best tools for holding ground and locking down lanes.

1 DBS-2 Double Freedom

The DBS-2 Double Freedom costs 400 Super Credits, but this double-barreled shotgun justifies its cost every bit. Each shell hits for 420 damage, with the option to fire both for a massive 840. Quick reloads and 40 spare shells make it surprisingly sustainable despite the two-shot capacity.

It destroys bugs and bots with ease: Warriors drop instantly, Chargers lose their tails in three double shots, and Devastators don’t stand a chance. Only the Illuminates push its limits, but even then, it can handle Overseers reliably. It’s easily the strongest weapon in the 5.0.0 update and a serious contender for one of the best primaries in the game right now.

Which Python Commandos weapon are you unlocking first? Does the Double Freedom’s price tag feel justified after learning how it performs? Let us know in the comments below!