Fortnite: Save the World is filled with all kinds of weapons. While it might be difficult to find a tier list due to the fact that hero builds will impact weapon performance, there are still some objectively good weapons in the game that can be highlighted for new players.
In general, Fortnite's PvE mode offers weapons under six different types of rarity: Handmade, Common, Uncommon, Rare, Epic, and Legendary. Legendary weapons are generally better than others, especially when it comes to ranged weapons, but even epic weapons can sometimes outperform their rarest counterparts. So if you're a combat-focused gamer, or just someone who wants the best arsenal in stock at all times, here are the best weapon tiers for Fortnite: Save the World.
assault rifles
Assault Rifles are the backbone behind every Trooper subclass, and for good reason: Top Assault Rifles deal massive damage and stack with Trooper Ranged Weapons and Assault Rifle buffs. 'assault. Subclasses like Special Forces benefit hugely from Legendary Assault Rifles, and Fortnite's best players can take down even the toughest hordes of monsters with the right choices.
Here are some of the best Assault Rifles players can acquire in the game, ranked by their usefulness.
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| Siege Breeze | Easily the best auto rifle in Fortnite: Save the World, the Siegebreaker boasts 23 damage per shot and a durability of 375, and its rate of fire means this weapon is great for mid-range burst fire as well as sniping. close-range fights against incoming Husks. |
| Razor blade | What's not to like about this weapon? With 32 damage per hit and high durability, the Razor Blade eats ammo but easily throws trash at enemies near and far. His burst fire also helps players control aim, ensuring that every shot lands precisely where it should. |
| Hammercrush | Dealing 75 damage per hit with pretty solid accuracy, Hammercrush is a great choice for any soldier who prefers to use a bullet weapon when entering battle. However, Hammercrush is a semi-automatic rifle, which means it fires a bit slowly. So your mileage may vary with this gun if you prefer something a bit more automatic. |
| Spectre | If you're looking for a fast-firing close-range assault rifle, look no further than Spectre. This Assault Rifle features low recoil and pairs well with features like Start Up and Steady Aim, giving players an incredibly fast and stable weapon that can quickly knock down Husk after Husk. |
| train of pain | The Pain Train may be a slow firer, but it packs a punch. The slow rate of fire, low bloom, and low bullet spread make this one easy to land. |
sniper rifles
Like assault rifles, sniper rifles vary from automatic rifles to bolt-action snipers, which means personal preference may vary. And while sniper rifles aren't the most popular firearm in Fortnite: Save the World, they're incredibly useful for mid to long range fights against Husks, especially for the Urban Assault class of the Husk. soldier, which rewards consecutive successful headshots.
For players looking to collect some of the best sniper rifles in Save the World, here are the best PvE picks, ranked.
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| Super Shredder | Often considered one of the best guns in the game, the Super Shredder features minimal bullet spread and high damage per shot, allowing players to unleash extensive firepower close and far against enemies. Combined with its relatively tall magazine size, the Super Shredder is a must-have, even if it doesn't come with a scope. |
| A tir | As the name suggests, this bolt-action sniper rifle fires slowly but deals devastating damage to enemies. It features range and also pierces through monsters, allowing players to take down carefully lined up Husks and Mist Monsters from afar. Keep in mind that this sniper rifle doesn't fire as fast as the Super Shredder, but it's just as devastating on its own. |
| Triple Tap | This burst Triple-Shot sniper rifle features a range and high damage output, allowing players to mow down incoming Husks from a distance. Although the Triple Tap isn't as versatile as the Super Shredder and doesn't come with the devastating damage of One Shot, it's a great middle ground between the two rifles without sacrificing raw damage output. |
| Ralphie's Revenge | Ralphie's revenge is rare, but incredibly powerful. This sniper rifle allows players to pierce enemies and deals high damage with its extremely high headshot multiplier stat. Combine this sniper rifle with the upgraded headshots and Make It Rain traits for one of the best scopeless headshot weapons in the game. |
| Dragonfly | If you want something with a low resource impact, then don't sleep on the Dragonfly. This legendary sniper rifle uses medium bullets and has no range, but it does solid damage. |
Shotguns
Shotguns vary widely in Fortnite: Save the World, and like Assault Rifles and Sniper Rifles, the best Legendary Shotguns in the game bring their own unique strengths and weaknesses. While some players prefer shotguns with larger magazine sizes, others want incredibly punishing shotguns that fire slowly but do a lot of damage at close range.
For players eager for close combat against Husks and other monsters, here are our top tier shotguns for Fortnite: Save the World.
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| Tigerjaw | Easily save the best automatic shotgun in the world, the Tigerjaw features a high rate of fire and eliminates Husks in the blink of an eye thanks to its massive DPS. Keep in mind that the Tigerjaw magazine size is small and its range is particularly short, so this shotgun is only perfect for the closest close encounters. |
| Thunder clap | While the Thunderbolt doesn't carry the most ammo and takes a long time to reload, this Break Action Shotgun is perfect for close range crowd control. Dealing high damage and allowing for a high spread that can knock down multiple enemies at once, the Thunderbolt can help keep a horde of Husks at bay and take out weaker monsters in a pinch. |
| helium gun | The Legendary Helium Rifle really stands out thanks to its piercing energy slugs, which deal pretty serious damage at close and medium range thanks to its minimal bullet drop. Combine this shotgun with the Locked and Reloaded trait for a powerful weapon that can quickly take out incoming bullets. |
| Water bath | The Double Boiler will fire two slugs and is effective at long range for a shotgun. The impressive single target damage makes it a great way to deal with tougher enemies. |
| ROmg Sweeper | The Room Sweeper is similar to the Tigerjaw, except it sacrifices DPS to double the magazine size and speed up reload time. When in doubt, the Tigerjaw is better than the Room Sweeper, but it's still a perfect shotgun for quickly controlling a crowd and mowing down Husks and other monsters. |
Guns
In most shooters, pistols are considered useful sidearms that players can keep in case they need to reload their primary weapon. But Fortnite: Save the World gives players a lot more incentive to carry its guns. In particular, Outlanders like the Ranger receive significant buffs to critical hits and damage from Pistols. For classes like builders or troopers, a good pistol can mean the difference between life and death in the blink of an eye, especially with the trooper subclass ranged weapon buffs.
For some of the best epic and legendary guns in Fortnite: Save the World, here's your pick of the best.
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| Dragon's breath | This gun acts much like a shotgun and does some pretty serious damage when it starts. With far range and 264 damage per hit, Dragon's Breath is a must-have for any player. Combine Dragon's Breath with Pistol buffs from Outlander subclasses for an incredibly punishing pistol. |
| Founder's Revolt | This gun features semi-automatic fire with relatively low damage per shot, but don't let that deter you: Founder's Revolt stands out thanks to its high magazine, fast rate of fire, and incredibly long range. Aim for the head with this weapon, and you'll quickly see why so many experienced players carry it: it's fast, powerful, and a perfect backup weapon when your primary runs out of ammo. |
| Bolt Bolt | The Bolt Bolt almost looks like a handgun, but it's surprisingly a legendary gun. This gun stands out because it pierces targets, allowing players to shoot through monsters while dealing massive damage with a high rate of fire. Unfortunately, the Bolt Bolt features high recoil, but as a secondary in a bind, it works well enough for Troopers and Outlanders. |
| Monsoon | Need something automatic to finish off Husks at close range? This heavy automatic pistol is an amazing addition to any loadout. Firing quickly and dealing massive damage per shot, Monsoon chews up ammo and struggles with poor accuracy, but is great for finishing off a weak enemy. |
| Whisper | This legendary pistol uses light bullets and combines a good magazine size with solid damage and a nice rate of fire. It will challenge your aim, but reward your skill. |
Explosives
Explosive weapons in Fortnite: Save the World are limited to Grenade Launchers and Rocket Launchers, which means there is much less competition for high-level explosives in the game. And while many players can opt for a high DPS Assault Rifle or a Shotgun on an Explosive Weapon, Troopers in particular have several traits that help buff these weapons, making them a necessary choice against incredibly tough Husk hordes.
There are a few explosives in Fortnite: Save the World that really stand out, and here are their rankings based on utility and crowd control potential.
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| Noble Launcher | Arguably one of the best explosives in Save the World, Noble Launcher fires armor-piercing shells at enemies and can be charged for a bigger tile explosion. The Noble Launcher stands out for its flexibility during gameplay, and while its durability is low, its damage and impact are high, making it a top pick for any gamer. |
| Quad Launcher | Explosives generally excel at crowd control and area damage, but when it comes to legendary explosive weapons, it's one of the best. The Quad Launcher not only damages enemies, it also stuns them. For particularly powerful hordes approaching your fort, the Quad Launcher can give your team some time to mop up the opposition. |
| Bazooka | With zero ammo consumption, the Bazooka is a great choice for quickly dealing intense damage to an incoming Husk horde or powerful tanky monsters. Although the Bazooka has low durability compared to other legendary weapons, its knockdown and high damage make it a perfect explosive for quick crowd control. |
| Thumper | Like the Bazooka, this explosive weapon consumes no ammo and has low durability. However, the Thumper excels in both high damage, crowd control, and successfully fending off enemy hordes. If you can't catch the Bazooka, go with the Thumper, it's worth a spot in your inventory. |
| Santa's little helper | Santa's little helper has insane damage potential. Straight damage builds will dominate everything on your level, while a critical build will greatly ease the burden of taking on a higher level challenge. |
Melee weapons
With the exception of the Ninja and a few builder subclasses, most Fortnite heroes generally rely on guns over melee weapons. But there are still plenty of blunt and slashing weapons that deal high damage at close range, especially when paired with powerful Ninja subclasses like Dim Mak or Dragon. For Fortnite: Save the world's closest close range attacks, here are our top tier melee weapons.
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| Huskcleaver | This legendary heavy sword is perfect for crowd control. Dealing 51 damage per successful hit and featuring a slash that allows heroes to unleash a devastating attack that knocks enemies back, the Huskcleaver simultaneously kills monsters while giving Ninjas quick escape in tricky combat. |
| Stabsworth III | Stabsworth III has many other variations, from the Shortblade to the Nightcleave, but when it comes to Light Swords, Stabsworth is the best. Featuring a fast swing speed and fast attack that inflicts both high damage and knockdown, this sword allows Ninjas to simultaneously unleash enemies, control crowds and defeat the biggest enemies on the ground. battlefield. Hands down, this is one of the best melee weapons in the game. |
| Slice n ’Dice | As the name suggests, this legendary medium sword features high attack speed combined with high and durable damage. Although it sacrifices knockdown in exchange for extra damage, aggressive Ninja players will find many useful opportunities to use this sword on the battlefield. |
| Remember Stomper | Featuring relatively high DPS as a Rocket Hammer, the Husk Stomper allows users to deal both high and heavy attacks against incoming enemies. This legendary melee weapon is an especially strong choice for builders who have Hammer buffs or Hardware buffs in their subclass. |
| Spectral Blade | The Spectral Blade will do impressive damage with a good attack speed combo and a heavy attack that warps you towards a targeted enemy, and knocks them back for easy follow-up damage. |
Ana Valens contributed to this article.
