Rage 2 is Id software and Avalanche Studios’ latest open world shooter; with gunplay reminiscent of Doom 2016, you know the weapons pack a satisfyingly powerful punch. This guide should help you in deciding which weapons you want to tear up the Wasteland.
Grav-Dart Launcher
Found in the Needle Falls Ark in The Wilds region, the Grav-Dart Launcher allows the player to slingshot enemies around the environment – all the while watching their ragdolls slam into objects at lightning fast speeds. Although not as powerful as the other weapons on this list, the Grav-Dart Launcher is second to none for its fun factor.
The Grav-Dart Launcher has the following upgrades available…
Level 2 Upgrades (Unlocked with 250 Feltrite)
- Magazine Capacity – Increases the capacity of the ammo magazine
- Speedy Reload – Increases the reload speed
Level 3 Upgrade (Unlocked with 500 Feltrite)
- Rapid Fire – Increases the fire rate of the Primer Shots
Level 4 Upgrades (Unlocked with 750 Feltrite)
- Fire Primers – Increases the velocity of the Primer Shots
- Homing Primers – Increases the homing strength of the Primer Shots
Level 5 Upgrades (Unlocked with 1000 Feltrite)
- Weapon Mastery – Priming an enemy with 10 Grav-Darts or more triggers a detonation on heavy impacts after launch
Combat Shotgun
The Combat shotgun is received early on in Rage 2 as part of the main campaign. Its ability to swiftly blow enemies into tiny pieces, or take long range shots, makes the Combat Shotgun an indispensable multi-purpose tool of carnage.
The Combat Shotgun has the following upgrades available…
Level 2 Upgrades (Unlocked with 250 Feltrite)
- Magazine Capacity – Increases the capacity of the ammo magazine
- Speed Loader – Speeds up reloading by filling up the entire magazine at once
Level 3 Upgrade (Unlocked with 500 Feltrite)
- Armour Breaker Shot – Increases the damage inflicted on armour
Level 4 Upgrades (Unlocked with 750 Feltrite)
- Far Shot – Increases the effective ranger of the shotgun considerably
- Rapid Fire – Increases the fire rate of both the Pellet Shot and the Slug Shot
Level 5 Upgrade (Unlocked with 1000 Feltrite)
- Weapon Mastery – Point blank kills make the next Melee Strike more powerful
Firestorm Revolver
Located in the Dank Catacomb Ark, the Firestorm Revolver does exactly what it says on the tin; brings a storm of fire down upon your enemies. Allowing the player to first shoot enemies and then set them alight, the Firestorm Revolver is a scorching addition to the players arsenal.
The Firestorm Revolver has the following upgrades available…
Level 2 Upgrades (Unlocked with 250 Feltrite)
- Magazine Capacity – Increases the capacity of the ammo magazine
- Speedy Reload – Increases the reload speed
Level 3 Upgrade (Unlocked with 500 Feltrite)
- Explosion Range – Increased range of explosions
Level 4 Upgrades (Unlocked with 750 Feltrite)
- Seekers – Shots home in towards targets slightly
- Rapid Fire – Increases the fire rate of the Fire Bullets
Level 5 Upgrade (Unlocked with 1000 Feltrite)
- Weapon Mastery – Targets that are ignited burn for a longer time
Smart Rocket Launcher
Found in the Strongbox Ark in the Torn Plains region, the Smart Rocket Launcher is the perfect choice if you’re looking to completely eviscerate your enemy.
The Smart Rocket Launcher has the following upgrades available…
Level 2 Upgrades (Unlocked with 250 Feltrite)
- Multi-Targeting – Lock on to one additional target
- Speed Loader – Increases the reload speed
Level 3 Upgrade (Unlocked with 500 Feltrite)
- Quick Lock – Instantly lock onto targets
Level 4 Upgrades (Unlocked with 750 Feltrite)
- Magazine Capacity – Increases the capacity of the rocket magazine
- Multi-Targeting – Lock on to one additional target
Level 5 Upgrade (Unlocked with 1000 Feltrite)
- Weapon Mastery – Press fire while a single missile is airborne to detonate it
With these weapons you shouldn’t have any trouble shredding your way through the enemies that Rage 2 throws at you. Keep an eye on GameRVW.com for more guides.
Source: IGN
