Helldivers 2 Sets Its Sights on Long-Range Combat in a New Warbond
GAME MODE Staff·Oct 16, 2026· 2m read
Scope of Authority arrives October 20 with sniper-focused weapons, adaptive camouflage armor, and a concealment passive.
Helldivers 2 is adding the Scope of Authority Premium Warbond on October 20, giving squads a set of long-range weapons and concealment tools. The pack requires the base game, Super Credits, and normal progression to unlock its gear.
Four weapons cover different engagement ranges
The R-40 Sightliner is a bolt-action primary rifle built around armor-piercing precision. When enemies close the distance, the one-handed P-44 Mist machine pistol offers a faster escape route. The backpack-fed AMW-20 Apex is a much heavier anti-materiel rifle with assisted reload, while the LAS-44 Nova fires precise thermal projectiles after a short charge and benefits from improved cooldown performance. G-11 Caltrops round out the offensive options by spreading proximity-detonated submunitions that slow and stun enemies.
Staying still becomes a tactical advantage
The SS-33 Mimetic Marshal light armor draws on the look of a ghillie suit, while the SS-15 Focal Point medium set uses adaptive camouflage and an asymmetrical visor. Both carry the Stationary Shroud passive, which reduces weapon sway and lowers detection range when the Helldiver is crouched or prone.
Matching capes and player cards accompany the armor sets. The Warbond also contains a Manual Ballistic Projection emote and the Longshot player title. Together, the equipment supports squads that prefer to establish a firing position, control approaching enemies, and remove armored targets before a fight reaches close range.
