The ARC-12 Blitzer offers incredible firepower in Helldivers 2, but a number of caveats keep it from being the best shotgun in the game.
The Cutting Edge Premium Warbond in Helldivers 2 introduced a number of electrifying weapons to the game. Sitting at the end of the catalog as the most expensive piece is the ARC-12 Blitzer, a pump-action variant of the Arc Thrower that shoots out tongues of lightning to zap anything within close quarters.
Despite being the costliest gun in Helldivers 2's Cutting Edge Warbond, the ARC-12's reception has been more or less lukewarm. Some players swear by it, while others would rather club their enemies to death with it. Here's a brief rundown of what the ARC-12 Blitzer has to offer, so you can decide if it's something that's worth your Medals and Super Credits.
Updated May 1, 2024 by Marc Santos: The ARC-12 Blitzer in Helldivers 2 saw a massive improvement in the 1.000.300 patch released in late April. While it still suffers from its inconsistent damage output and wonky auto-targeting mechanic, it is now a reliable tool for holding back large enemies like Stalkers and Brood Commanders thanks to its improved rate of fire. Players can expect the ARC-12 to still play the same way it used to before, but now that it can shoot faster, this lightning shotgun is now much more viable in higher difficulties than it was before.
Is The ARC 12 Blitzer Good?
Platform(s) PC , PS5 Released February 8, 2024 Developer(s) Arrowhead Game Studios Publisher(s) Sony Metascore 83
