How to Fix Can’t Customize Weapons | Helldivers 2 Guide
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If you’re stuck wondering why you can’t change your weapons in Helldivers 2, the fix is probably pretty simple… It’s most often just a matter of reaching the right level.
Here’s how it works and what to do if it still doesn’t unlock.
Weapon Customization Unlocks at Level 10
You won’t be able to customize any primary weapons until you hit level 10.
This includes scopes, barrels, under-barrels, and other attachments. Before level 10, the entire customization section will be locked, even if your brother, squadmate, or random teammate has access.
Once you reach level 10, you’ll get a prompt the next time you open the Armory letting you know the feature is unlocked.
What to Do if You’re Level 10 and It’s Still Not Working
If you hit level 10 but don’t see the customization options:
Restart the game – Most players got it working just by quitting and relaunching
Check for updates – Make sure your game is fully patched
Open the Armory again – Sometimes the UI doesn't refresh properly
Double-check the weapon type – Not all weapons support mods yet (e.g. some special ones like the Killzone bundle guns)
If you’ve done all this and still nothing shows up, reinstalling the game is a last resort, but usually not necessary.
How to Customize Weapons (After Unlocking)
Once unlocked:
Go to the Armory
Select a Primary Weapon
Look for the customization tab on the right side
Use Medals or Credits to buy available mods
Equip the ones you want before deploying
Note: Not all weapons have mod options yet, and some require leveling the weapon up in combat to unlock attachments.
Final Blurb
Weapon customization in Helldivers 2 doesn’t unlock right away, which can be confusing for new players. Once you hit level 10, just restart the game, head to the Armory, and you’ll be able to start tweaking your guns. If it’s still not working, check for updates or give the game a quick reboot; it usually clears up fast.
FAQ
Q: Why can’t I customize my weapons?
Weapon customization unlocks at level 10. If you're under that, you won't see any mod options.
Q: I’m level 10 but still can’t customize anything. What do I do?
Restart the game and check again. This usually fixes the problem.
Q: Are all weapons customizable?
No. Some unique or event weapons don’t support mods yet.
Q: Do I need to level up the weapon itself?
For some attachments, yes. Use the weapon in missions to unlock additional mods.
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