Which Guard Dog is better in Helldivers 2?
We're here to answer your questions about which Guard Dog is better in Helldivers 2, as they both serve a similar purpose, but one is the clear winner.
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Helldivers 2 is still in its infancy, so debates around the best weapons and stratagems are still ongoing, especially when it comes to which version of the Guard Dog is more useful in a fight.
Which Guard Dog is better?
The Guard Dog Rover is superior to the standard Guard Dog, with a few features setting it apart clearly in my eyes.
The major difference between both is that the Guard Dog uses a ballistic assault rifle, while the Rover uses a continuous laser rifle. They have a similar damage output, but the flexibility of the Rover is what pushes it over the edge ultimately.
Check out the table below for a breakdown of the differences:
| Rover | Guard Dog | ||
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As you can see above, the Rover has a much better range and it can shoot continuously for a long time before it needs to cool down.
The Standard Guard Dog on the other hand has less effective range and is handicapped by the need to reload and the fact it can completely run out of ammo.
This means if you compared both over a minute of gameplay, the Rover would be a much better ally with regard to how many weaker enemies it can kill for you, all while you focus on the tougher bugs and bots.
I also find that anecdotally, the Rover is also less likely to kill another player even though you're more likely to be hit by the laser. This is due to how long the laser needs to be concentrated to deal lethal damage, whereas a misplaced burst from the Liberator on the Guard Dog can quickly kill a diver.
About The Author
Tarran Stockton
Tarran is a Senior Guides Writer at GGRecon. He previously wrote reviews for his college newspaper before studying Media and Communication at university. His favourite genres include role-playing games, strategy games, and boomer shooters - along with anything indie. You can also find him in the pit at local hardcore shows.
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