# New Weapons Added to Helldivers 2 Arsenal in Latest Patch
Regular updates have been a key feature of Helldivers 2, a popular game that has sold over eight million copies in just a few months. These updates have kept players engaged, as they face off against the challenging enemies in the game. To combat the growing threat posed by The Illuminate, the Helldivers have now expanded their arsenal with new weapons.
Arrowhead Game Studios recently announced on Twitter the arrival of two new weapons in the latest Helldivers 2 update. The LAS-99 Quasar Cannon and the highly anticipated MG-101 Heavy Machine Gun are now available in the game following a recent update. Players have been eagerly awaiting a new machine gun, and the MG-101 is expected to be a popular choice in the near future. It will be interesting to see how the LAS-99, with its unique capabilities, will compare to other support weapons in the game.
The announcement on Twitter also suggests that these new weapons will be particularly useful against the Automaton enemies in the game. This move is likely to encourage players to take on missions on planets where these robotic foes are prevalent. While players have generally preferred battling Terminids over Automatons due to the latter’s challenging abilities, the introduction of these new weapons may shift the balance. Arrowhead Game Studios seems to be focusing more on content related to robot adversaries with recent updates.
How the LAS-99 and MG-101 will fit into existing gameplay strategies remains to be seen, given the wide range of powerful weapons already available in the game. For players looking to enhance their combat skills, detailed guides on the best weapons and loadout choices for Helldivers 2 are recommended.
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