Summary
Helldivers 2tasks players with completing various main and side objectives during a mission to contribute toward a planet’s liberation. One commonside objective in Automatonand Terminid-infested planets is to clear nests and outposts. Terminid nests house pesky bugs that swarm players in waves, while outposts house Automatons, who also attack players in waves.
Unfortunately, Terminid nests and Automaton outposts are usually guarded by bugs and heavily armored robots who don’t hesitate to charge and kill players. So, clearing them can be a daunting task for any player, whether going solo or as a team. Luckily, players can quickly clear nests and outposts by throwing heavy-duty and powerful grenades down the vents to claim victory.
4G-10 Incendiary
Ignites Intense Fires Upon Detonation
TheG-10 Incendiaryis a premium grenade that ignites intense fires upon detonation. It deals 150 burn damage and penetrates light armor. This grenade is more suited for dealing with Terminid nests but can also work toclear Automaton facility buildings. When thrown down a vent, it causes an intense fire, which quickly spreads and destroys the outpost or nest.
The only downside to theG-10 Incendiaryis that it doesn’t cause significant damage compared to other grenades on this list. It is also more effective in the Terminid faction, so players should consider other explosive alternatives when dealing with Automaton outposts. The beauty of theG-10 Incendiaryis that it’s a great support weapon alongside other explosive stratagems like theEagle 500kg BombandOrbital LaserCannon. Players must purchase the Premium Warbond for 1000 Super Credits to get theG-10 Incendiary. Players can find it on Page 2 of the Steeled Veterans Warbond.
3G-6 Frag
Deals Damage to A Large Area
TheG-6 Fragis a standard grenade that trades power for blast size due to its large detonation radius. Dealing a damage of 250, this powerful grenade can be used to clear Terminid nests and outposts. However, it has a shorter fuse time, so players must be quick when deploying the grenade down the vents. Otherwise, it may explode mid-air, increasing the need to be fast and accurate when using theG-6 Frag. Players can add theG-6 Fragto their weapon loadout alongsidepowerful early-game stratagemslike the Machine Gun and Gatling Sentry.
Alongside destroying Automaton and Terminid outposts and nests, players can use theG-6 Fragtoclear groups of pesky bugsand robots swarming them. However, it’s only effective on low-armored enemies and doesn’t deal much damage to high-tiered enemies. Players can purchase theG-6 Fragfrom Page 1 of Warbond for 2 Medals.
2G-12 High Explosive
High Damage and Some Armor Penetration
TheG-12 High Explosiveis the default grenade players get when they start playingHelldivers 2. It deals 400 damage and has a relatively long fuse time when compared to other grenades on this list. This gives players ample time to aim accurately, throw the grenade, and get away before it blows up in their hands.
TheG-12 High Explosiveis undoubtedly one of the top grenades for clearing outposts and nest vents. It may have a longer fuse time, but it can easily blow up entire buildings, causing them to cave in. It’s also an all-rounder grenade that players can use todestroy Automaton fabricatorsand clear waves of enemies. Like any other grenade, players must get close enough to throw the grenade directly into the vent.
1G-16 Impact
Explode Upon Impact
TheG-16 Impactis a powerful grenade that explodes upon impact. Thanks to the zero fuse time, the bomb doesn’t linger around waiting for the timer to go off. Once it touches any surface, it immediately explodes and deals 400 damage. This damage can be extremely massive and harm Helldivers, making it crucial to stay clear after throwing the grenade.
TheG-16 Impactis undoubtedly the best grenade to clear nests and outposts. It quickly closes bug holes and nests while destroying Automaton outposts, facility buildings, and fabricators within seconds. However, players must be highly accurate to ensure the grenade goes down the vent. If they miss, the grenade will only deal damage to the surrounding radius without destroying the nest or outpost. Players can also use it to destroy clusters or waves oflight and medium-armored bugsand robots. Players can purchase theG-16 Impactfrom Page 5 of Warbond for 20 Medals.
