How to Switch to First Person in Helldivers 2

Most of Helldivers 2 has to be played in third-person, but there is a way to take advantage of first-person accuracy. This guide will outline how you can turn the game into an FPS and how it can affect your weapons.

How to Use First Person in Helldivers 2

You can switch to first person by tapping “R3” on a controller or the middle mouse button while aiming your weapon. There is no way to simply move around the map in a first-person mode, so having your weapon ready is important. Turning some combat scenarios into an FPS allows you to use an optic instead of the standard circle reticle on the screen for each weapon.

When you enter first person on most of your weapons, you can take advantage of additional zoom, and your shots will be far more accurate. The reticle in third person tends to jump around the screen and bloom more when compared to an optic. I can guarantee that each shot you take will feel far more effective when aiming down some genuine sights.

It can quickly get frustrating trying to swap back and forth manually, but there are some options in the game to help with that.

How to Remember Your Aim Modes in Helldivers 2

You can have the game remember your aim modes in Helldiver 2 through the options menu. Open up the options screen and head into gameplay. There are settings for remembering aim modes and any weapon functions that you applied during your Galactic War mission in Helldivers 2. Options like these are the closest you can get to weapon upgrades.

When you hold “square” on a weapon, all the zoom and function options appear on your screen. If you have some of the settings for remembering modes activated, then you won’t need to worry about readjusting functions or your perspective on the weapon. Instead, you can focus on earning those Medals and keeping Super Earth free.

First-Person Mode in Helldivers 2, Explained

First-person mode doesn’t work for everything in Helldivers 2. For example, grenades don’t work in first-person, and neither does switching your weapon while aiming. The most optimized way to play is to balance between accurate shots in first-person, and better movement and awareness in third-person.

Don’t forget to start earning Super Credits in each of your missions while you’re at it.