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How to Get SG-8 Punisher

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SG-8 Punisher is a Primary Weapon you can purchase in Helldivers 2. See information about the SG-8 Punisher, its stats and effects, and how to get it!

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01.000.100 Patch Notes

Patch Summary

01.000.100 Patch Notes
・Increased total ammo capacity from 40 to 60
・Increased damage per pellet from 40 to 45
・Increased stagger force

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SG-8 Punisher Info

SG-8 Punisher Info
Helldivers 2 - SG-8 Punishermode:show
Category Type
Primary Weapon Shotgun
Damage 405 Capacity 16
Recoil 120 Fire Rate 80
Traits Light Armor Penetrating
Rounds Reload

How to Get SG-8 Punisher

Purchase from the Warbond

Warbond Progress

Cost
Medal.png 4 Medals
Page Helldivers Mobilize Page_1

The SG-8 Punisher must be purchased from the Warbond Page 1 for 4 Medals. To unlock the succeeding pages of the warbond, you must spend a certain amount of medals on the currently unlocked pages.

Is the SG-8 Punisher Worth It?

Definitely Could Be Better

Tier Rating B Tier B Tier

The SG-8 Punisher is not a bad weapon per se, but you definitely should get a better shotgun. While the damage output of this shotgun is high, the biggest consideration against this weapon is its Rounds Reload. You'll have to wait to reload the full magazine clip if you want to maximize your shots, but this leaves you too vulnerable to attacks while reloading.

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