LAS-99 Quasar Cannon Sound Overhaul
🟡 Updated this yearPreview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #243 of 598 Audio mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This is my first try at modding an non conventional firearm weapon. Had a lot of fun mixing sounds for this one.
Idea for this mod came after rewatching JJBA OVA and stands having very unique and powerful sounds. Figured it would fit well for quasar :D
Mod replaces every single shooting and related foley sound (charge up, cooldown, ready-to-fire notification etc.)
Using sounds of Finnish Metro and jubilee, microwave, Formula F1 V10 and various turbine engines (helicopters, Abrams tank engine) and "ZA WARUDO!" bass earrape (very subtle).
I've added small beeps to the baseline 15s cooldown SFX at fixed intervals: 10s, 12s, and 14s from the start. These inform the player of remaining cooldown time and makes it easier to prep the next shot in heat of mayhem.
Biome temperatures change the cooldown time by +- 2,5 seconds. Use the beeps to your advantage
(Cold) 12,5s cooldown, only 2 beeps +0,5s
(Hot) 17,5s cooldown, all 3 beeps +3. 5s
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Use HD2ModManager or Arsenal for mega easy install!
Hope you enjoy and have fun with the mod as I had making it! Make sure to post what you think of it in the posts section!
_______VERSIONS_______
v1 (November 10)
- Initial upload
This audio overhaul replaces all shooting, charge-up, and cooldown sound effects for the Quasar Cannon in Helldivers 2, aiming for a more unique and powerful auditory experience. With 99 endorsements and recent updates, it's a niche but appreciated mod for players who want their heavy weapon to sound as strong as it hits.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Gives the Quasar Cannon a much-needed audio identity—no more generic pew-pew.
- 99 endorsements from 4,474 downloads show the community digs the new sound.
- Fresh update means it's likely still compatible with the current game version.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects one weapon—if you're not a Quasar main, this mod is useless to you.
- Sound overhauls can be subjective; you might not dig the new 'powerful' vibe.
- Potential compatibility risk with future game patches or other audio mods.
This is for Helldivers 2 players who live and breathe the Quasar Cannon and want every shot to feel like a thunderclap. If you're a sound design nerd or just tired of the vanilla pew, this is your jam. Casual players who rarely touch the Quasar can skip it.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you've unlocked the Quasar Cannon in-game before testing the mod, so you can actually hear the difference.
- If you use other audio mods, install this one last to avoid conflicts—or test in a solo mission first.
- Turn your game volume up during a firefight to fully appreciate the new charge-up and cooldown sounds.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Helldivers 2 Mods
- Author
- BanzaiWortex4
- Version
- 1
- Downloads
- 4,474
- Endorsements
- 99
- Category
- Audio
- Created
- 11/10/2025
- Updated
- 11/10/2025
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