HD2 Arsenal - Mod Manager - Companion Desktop App
🟡 Updated this yearThis mod may not work until the author updates it. Check for an update, or see the rollback guide.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #2 of 362 Miscellaneous mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
FEATURED MODS, WAR STATUS & MAJOR ORDERS
Your dashboard for everything Helldivers 2. Browse a curated rotation of featured mods, monitor the galactic war in real time with active campaigns, liberation progress and player counts, and stay on top of incoming Major Orders. You can also catch the latest Steam news and community videos without leaving the app.
MOD MANAGEMENT
PROFILES, SEPARATORS, LIBRARY & CONFLICTS
Everything you need to keep your mods organized. Create multiple profiles, drag and drop to set your load order, and use color-coded separators to visually group your setup. Filter by tags, manage mod options, and let Arsenal detect conflicts for you automatically. Switch between your global library and per-profile views in a single click.
LOBBY SYSTEM
CLANS, FRIENDS & MOD SHARING
Find players, build your squad and jump into games together. Create or join lobbies, manage your friends list and be part of a clan with roles and invites. See who's online, chat in real time and coordinate your sessions, all without leaving Arsenal.
LOGIN, DOWNLOADS, COLLECTIONS & AUTO-UPDATES
Link your Nexus Mods account and download mods straight into Arsenal with one click. Collections are supported out of the box for Premium users, and you can check for mod updates at any time. Manage your download queue, pick your preferred server if you're Premium, and get notified when everything is ready to install.
MOD MANIFEST BUILDER
CREATE, CONFIGURE & BUILD YOUR MODS MANIFEST
A built-in toolkit for mod creators. Set up your project, organize files and folders, define options and sub-options with images, and preview the generated manifest in real time. Validate your project, build the final package and generate the manifest ready for distribution.
WEBSITE
RSNL. GG
PATREON
PATREON. COM/CW/RSNL
ARSENAL DISCORD COMMUNITY
DISCORD. RSNL. GG
HELLDIVERS 2 MODDING COMMUNITY
If you use Arsenal on Steam and want custom grids, heroes and logos, visit Arsenal on SteamgridDB. Thanks to FiendishAmy for submitting the request to SteamgridDB.
HD2 Arsenal is a desktop companion app for Helldivers 2 that centralizes mod management, Nexus integration, mod building, player lobbies, and a home screen with live war data, Major Orders, and Steam news. With 9,461 endorsements and 508,299 downloads, it's a popular tool for modding and community features.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (9,461 endorsements)
- Massive adoption (508,299 downloads)
- All-in-one hub for mods, lobbies, and live game info
⚠️ Cons
- Desktop app may require extra setup compared to simple mod drops
- Potential compatibility issues with future game updates
- Nexus integration might require an account or API key
For Helldivers 2 players who want a centralized tool to manage mods, join lobbies, and track war progress without alt-tabbing. Skip if you prefer manual mod installation or only need basic mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if the app requires disabling EAC for mods to work.
- Use the Nexus integration to auto-download mods directly into the app.
- Set up your clan or friend list in the app for quick lobby joining.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Helldivers 2 Mods
- Author
- Crystal2K
- Version
- 0.36.2
- Downloads
- 508,204
- Endorsements
- 9,294
- Category
- Miscellaneous
- Created
- 5/4/2025
- Updated
- 6/19/2026
🧩 Commonly Used Together
Users add these mods to the same collections — a real compatibility signal, not an AI guess.
🔧 How to Install Helldivers 2 Mods
Use HD2 Mod Manager. Most mods are .pak file replacers.
📖 Full step-by-step install guide for Helldivers 2 →
Visit the official mod page for specific installation instructions for this mod.
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