Deep Rock Galactic is a 4-player co-op FPS about space dwarves mining alien bugs in procedurally generated caves. Each of the four classes has a distinct traversal tool and weapon loadout that synergizes with the others — the Scout lights up dark caves and grapples to mineral veins, the Engineer builds platforms under those veins, the Driller tunnels through walls, and the Gunner lays down ziplines and suppressive fire. The procedural cave generation creates genuinely unique layouts every mission, from tight tunnels to massive caverns. The community is famously welcoming (press V to Rock and Stone) and the game received years of free content updates. The Season system adds new weapons, cosmetics, and mission types without splitting the playerbase.
Your choice of weapons defines your damage output and playstyle. This guide ranks every major option, explains what makes each one strong, and tells you which builds they pair best with.
Weapons Rankings
| Weapon | Tier | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRSPR Flamethrower | S | Driller | The Driller's primary flamethrower with massive area damage and crowd control. |
| Breach Cutter | A | Engineer | The Engineer's secondary weapon that fires a horizontal energy line through multiple enemies. |
| Autocannon | A | Gunner | The Gunner's heavy weapon with sustained fire and area damage. |
| M1000 Classic | B | Scout | The Scout's semi-automatic sniper rifle with a focus mode for precise shots. |
| Deepcore GK2 | B | Scout | The Scout's default assault rifle — reliable, accurate, and good at medium range. |
S-Tier: CRSPR Flamethrower
The Driller's primary flamethrower with massive area damage and crowd control. The Sticky Flame overclock leaves burning pools on the ground that continue damaging bugs walking through them. It melts swarms in seconds but has limited range and burns through fuel quickly.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | S |
| Best For | Driller |
| Key Mechanic | procedural cave generation |
| Recommended Role | Driller |
How to get it: Available from mid-game onward. See our walkthrough for the exact progression point.
Best builds using CRSPR Flamethrower: Pairs naturally with Driller thanks to stat scaling synergies.
A-Tier: Breach Cutter
The Engineer's secondary weapon that fires a horizontal energy line through multiple enemies. Each beam deals devastating damage to everything it passes through. With the Inferno overclock, it also sets enemies on fire. Best used in corridors where bugs line up single-file.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Best For | Engineer |
| Key Mechanic | class synergy |
| Recommended Role | Engineer |
How to get it: Accessible in the early-to-mid game. Check our maps guide for the location.
Best builds using Breach Cutter: Pairs naturally with Engineer thanks to stat scaling synergies.
A-Tier: Autocannon
The Gunner's heavy weapon with sustained fire and area damage. Slow to spin up but devastating once firing. The Big Bertha overclock trades fire rate for massive damage per shot, turning it into a bug-killing cannon. Pairs with the Bulldog revolver for precision work.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Best For | Gunner |
| Key Mechanic | resource mining |
| Recommended Role | Gunner |
How to get it: Accessible in the early-to-mid game. Check our maps guide for the location.
Best builds using Autocannon: Pairs naturally with Gunner thanks to stat scaling synergies.
B-Tier: M1000 Classic
The Scout's semi-automatic sniper rifle with a focus mode for precise shots. Focus shots deal double damage and are essential for killing Praetorians, Wardens, and Spitters quickly. The Hipster overclock removes focus but dramatically increases fire rate for a more aggressive playstyle.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | B |
| Best For | Scout |
| Key Mechanic | mission objectives |
| Recommended Role | Scout |
How to get it: Found in later areas. Our walkthrough covers when you can access this.
Best builds using M1000 Classic: Pairs naturally with Scout thanks to stat scaling synergies.
B-Tier: Deepcore GK2
The Scout's default assault rifle — reliable, accurate, and good at medium range. While it lacks the M1000's burst damage, it's more forgiving and better for newer players. The AI Stability Engine overclock maximizes accuracy for consistent headshots.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | B |
| Best For | Scout |
| Key Mechanic | beer buffs |
| Recommended Role | Combined Arms |
How to get it: Found in later areas. Our walkthrough covers when you can access this.
Best builds using Deepcore GK2: Pairs naturally with Combined Arms thanks to stat scaling synergies.
Weapons Progression Path
The order you should acquire weapons as you progress:
- Starting gear → Enough to clear Crystalline Caverns
- Breach Cutter → Your first real upgrade, available early
- Autocannon → Mid-game upgrade with good scaling
- CRSPR Flamethrower → Best-in-slot, aim for this by late game
- Upgrade to max → The power spike from max upgrades is enormous
Weapons Tips
- Always upgrade your primary weapon before diversifying — one strong option beats three mediocre ones.
- Match your weapons to your build's stat priorities for maximum scaling.
- Press V to Rock and Stone — it's the community greeting, rally cry, and team spirit builder. Players who don't Rock and Stone get side-eyed by veteran dwarves.
- Check our tier list for how weapons rankings affect overall build effectiveness.
More Deep Rock Galactic Guides
- Deep Rock Galactic Deep Rock Galactic Overview
- Deep Rock Galactic Best Builds
- Deep Rock Galactic Tier List
- Deep Rock Galactic Walkthrough
- Deep Rock Galactic Beginner's Guide
- Deep Rock Galactic Tips & Tricks
- Deep Rock Galactic Combat Guide
- Deep Rock Galactic Boss Guide
- Deep Rock Galactic Maps & Locations
- Deep Rock Galactic Crafting Guide
- Deep Rock Galactic Classes & Characters
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