FragPunk has landed, and players worldwide are already testing out the game’s thrilling arsenal of futuristic firearms. Whether you’re a sharpshooter who likes to engage from afar or a close-quarters brawler, FragPunk has a weapon to match your style. This comprehensive guide breaks down every weapon available in FragPunk—detailing each firearm’s strengths, playstyle recommendations, and practical tips to help you dominate your opponents.

Primary Weapons

Primary weapons are your bread and butter, designed specifically for eliminating opponents. Let’s dive into each category and explore their strengths and ideal scenarios.

Assault Rifles

Versatile and reliable, assault rifles are balanced options for players who prefer flexibility.

Discipline

• Type: Assault Rifle
• Strengths: Stable recoil, precise accuracy at medium range, moderate damage.
• Ideal Use: A strong all-purpose weapon for new and experienced players alike. Excellent for objective-focused play or holding key positions.

Fever

• Type: Assault Rifle
• Strengths: High headshot damage potential.
• Weaknesses: Challenging recoil pattern.
• Ideal Use: Recommended for skilled players who can control recoil for quick eliminations.

Submachine Guns (SMGs)

Perfect for aggressive playstyles, SMGs excel in rapid-fire, close-range combat.

Mad Dog-S

• Type: Silenced SMG
• Strengths: High close-range DPS, silencer for stealth engagements.
• Ideal Use: Ambush tactics; flanking opponents unseen.

Clampdown

• Type: SMG
• Strengths: Extremely high fire rate, devastating at close range.
• Ideal Use: Close-quarter combat or pushing into contested areas aggressively.

Shotguns

Ideal for players who prefer to get up close and personal with their opponents.

Boom Broom

• Type: Automatic Shotgun
• Strengths: Continuous fire, devastating damage at close range.
• Ideal Use: Clearing tight spaces or controlling choke points.

Meat Maker

• Type: Pump-Action Shotgun
• Strengths: Higher pellet count per shot, strong damage output at point-blank.
• Ideal Use: Defensive holds and corner-peeking tactics.

Light Machine Guns (LMGs)

Built for suppressive fire and crowd control, LMGs offer sustained damage potential.

Ghost Pepper

• Type: LMG
• Strengths: Increasing fire rate over sustained fire, large ammo capacity.
• Ideal Use: Holding down positions and suppressing enemy advances.

My Way

• Type: Lightweight LMG
• Strengths: Quick reload, increased movement speed, consistent damage output.
• Ideal Use: Offensive play with mobility, flanking maneuvers.

Marksman Rifles

Precision-focused firearms, ideal for medium to long-range engagements.

Bad Reputation

• Type: Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR)
• Strengths: High damage, precision at long range.
• Ideal Use: Mid to long-range engagements, holding key sightlines.

Bad Moon-S

• Type: Silenced Marksman Rifle
• Strengths: Balanced fire rate and damage, stealth capabilities.
• Ideal Use: Tactical eliminations without alerting enemy teams.

Sniper Rifles

One-shot elimination weapons for long-range specialists.

Resolver

• Type: Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle
• Strengths: One-shot kill potential anywhere on the body.
• Ideal Use: Long-range engagements, securing critical map positions.

Light Machine Guns (LMGs)

Ghost Pepper

• Type: LMG
• Strengths: Increasingly rapid fire rate, excellent suppression capabilities.
• Ideal Use: Defending objectives, controlling enemy movement.

Secondary Weapons

Secondary weapons in FragPunk aren’t just sidearms; they’re tactical tools designed to provide additional utility during combat.

Pistols

Cure-All

• Type: Tactical Pistol
• Strengths: Unique burst-fire mode, versatile in various engagements.
• Ideal Use: Reliable backup to primary weapons in unpredictable situations.

Vicious

• Type: Hand Cannon
• Strengths: High-damage, single-shot eliminations at close range.
• Ideal Use: Quick eliminations in tight situations.

Cold Shoulder

• Type: Automatic Pistol
• Strengths: Rapid fire, reliable accuracy at short range.
• Ideal Use: Effective as a backup in heated close-range gunfights.

Utility Guns

Instead of traditional throwable equipment, FragPunk introduces utility guns that fire projectiles delivering tactical effects.

Blaster

• Effect: Fires explosive bombs to deny enemy movement and deal area damage.

Flasher

• Type: Tactical Flash Launcher
• Strengths: Temporarily blinds opponents, creating opportunities for safe advancement.

Smoker

• Type: Smoke Launcher
• Strengths: Creates visual obstacles, helping cover movements and retreats.

Burner (New!)

• Type: Incendiary Launcher
• Strengths: Denies enemy movement by laying down fire hazards.

Melee Weapons

FragPunk provides melee weapons that offer close-combat lethality and rapid mobility.

Blitzer

• Strengths: Compact, fast attacks, favored by frontline players.
• Ideal Use: Quickly dispatching nearby opponents, aggressive combat scenarios.

Striker

• Type: Tactical Melee Weapon
• Strengths: Light and durable, excels in one-on-one engagements.
• Ideal Use: Close encounters, isolated battles, efficient tactical play.

Weapon Mechanics and Tips

Damage Mechanics

FragPunk uses distinct damage multipliers depending on the hit area:

• Head: Highest damage multiplier, optimal for quick eliminations.
• Body: Standard damage.
• Limbs: Reduced damage; avoid limb shots to maximize effectiveness.

Weapon Aim and Recoil Management

• Aiming Down Sights (ADS): Hold right-click to ADS (aim down sights). Pressing Shift while aiming further zooms in for precision shots, crucial for mid-to-long-range engagements.
• Hip-Fire: Ideal for SMGs, shotguns, and pistols. For pistols, hip-fire shoots three bullets at once, significantly increasing your damage output at close range.

Ammo and Weapon Economy

Primary weapons have limited availability per match. Losing your weapon after death means you’ll need to pick up replacements from the battlefield or request from teammates. Use your resources carefully and communicate clearly to manage weapon availability efficiently.

Tactical Utility

Make the most out of your secondary utility guns. Smoke, flash, and incendiary rounds significantly change the battlefield, giving your team an advantage by controlling the flow of combat. Practice both firing modes (shooting vs. lobbing) to adapt quickly to situations.

Final Thoughts

Selecting the right weapon for your playstyle is key to excelling in FragPunk. Take your time experimenting with each option to find your favorites. Mastering weapon mechanics and understanding the tactical utilities available will give you a considerable advantage over your opponents.

Good luck, Lancers—grab your favorite weapon and rule the battlefield!