These multi-mission assaults are the backbone of liberating planets from alien occupation.
So you're a Helldiver in Helldivers 2, humanity's last bastion against a galaxy teeming with hostile alien threats. You strap on your powered armor, double-check your arsenal of high-explosive grenades and shoulder-mounted rocket launchers, and prepare to drop onto another war-torn planet.
But what about those clusters of missions on the planetary map? Those are Operations, a key part of conquering planets for Super Earth. Here's the intel you need to crack the code and become a master of these multi-mission assaults, from their core mechanics to the sweet rewards that await. Let's dive in.
What Are Operations?
Operations are a series of two to three connected missions on a single planet, seen as clustered together on the mission map defined by a unique yellow shape. Completing all the missions in an Operation is what contributes to conquering the planet. You can tackle the missions in any order, but you need to finish them all for your contribution to count.
The number of missions in an Operation depends on the difficulty you choose. Lower difficulties (Trivial to Medium) might only have two missions, while higher difficulties (Hard and above) will have all three. This makes conquering planets a gradual process, allowing you to ease into tougher challenges.
Higher difficulty Operations offer better rewards, but come with tougher enemies and more complex objectives. Expect to encounter stronger enemy types, deadlier environments, and even new missions you haven't seen before.
What Are The Operation Rewards?
Here are the rewards you can expect from completing Operations:
Reward |
Description |
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Medals |
The primary reward for completing Operations is medals. The amount of medals increases as the difficulty of the Operation goes up. Medals are used to unlock various items in the game, including weapons, armor upgrades, and cosmetics for your character. |
XP |
Completing missions within an Operation also grants you experience points (XP). This XP helps you level up your character, which unlocks new perks and abilities to enhance your combat effectiveness. |