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Sons of the Forest: All Weapons in the Ultimate Weapons Tierlist

Published: Mar. 14, 2023
Updated: May. 14, 2024

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There are countless weapons and tools to find in Sons of The Forest. So that you always know which is the best weapon for you, we have created a tierlist of all weapons for you in this article.

What is a tierlist? A tierlist is a classification of e.g. weapons (or other things of a category) into different levels. At the top, usually marked S, are the best weapons. After that, the list goes from S to D. The lower a weapon is, the less useful it is.

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These are the Weapons of Sons of the Forest

In this article, we will put all the weapons known so far into a big tierlist from S to D to give a rough idea of their strength. We will not take into account whether they are melee or ranged weapons. Also, how hard they are to get is not important for now. Later in the article, we will list the top 5 weapons again with all the important information. We will also look at their availability and divide them into melee and ranged weapons.

Currently, you can add up to 22 weapons to your arsenal in Sons of the Forest. These include simple, homemade melee weapons such as a spear or mace. You can also craft your first bow early on. In addition to these homemade weapons, you can also find a katana, a chainsaw, and firearms.

ATTENTION: Since Sons of the Forest has just been released in Early Access, it is possible that there are more armors in the game that we are not aware of. It is also possible that the developers will add more armors as development continues. However, we will try to keep this article up to date.

List of all current Weapons

The ultimate Tierlist of all Weapons from Sons of the Forest

  • S Tier
    • Shotgun, Pistol, Chainsaw, Katana, Firefighter Axe
  • A Tier
    • Modern Axe, Machete, Revolver, Crossbow
  • B Tier
    • Crafted Spear, Compound Bow, Stun Gun, Rope Gun, Stun Baton
  • C Tier
    • Guitar, Shovel, Crafted Torch, Crafted Bow, Slingshot, Tactical Axe
  • D Tier
    • Utility Knife, Crafted Club, Putter

In the S-tier, of course, there are weapons that can only be found here. The Pistol is slightly superior to the Revolver because it reloads faster and has a larger magazine capacity. The Firefighter's Axe is the strongest axe in the game and strikes with the most force. We probably don't need to say much about the Katana, it's not only fast, but it's also elegant. Of course, the chainsaw is not only good for cutting down trees, but also for severing arms and legs from the body as quickly as possible. Probably the most powerful weapon in terms of ranged combat is the shotgun. Of course, we can't talk about incredibly long distances when we talk about a shotgun.

Top 5 melee Weapons in Sons of the Forest

For melee weapons, we take into account how fast you can hit with it, how much damage you do, and how you can get the weapon. This means that the following five weapons are not simply the top weapons from the previous tierlist. We'll also tell you how to craft each weapon or where to find them.

Tip: If you click on the name of the weapon in the list at the top of the page, you will be taken directly to the corresponding guide, which will tell you where to find that weapon. If we don't have a guide for your weapon yet, check back later as we update our Sons of the Forest guides daily.

Rank 5: Crafted Spear

Compared to the tactical axe, the crafted spear is superior to just about any other option for fighting your opponents, especially in the beginning. If you time your attacks well and land several hits in a row at the right moment, you can often defeat the simple little cannibals in a few seconds without having to fight back. Since you can also throw the spear, and it tends to break from time to time, you should always have a few spears in stock.

To make the spear, you will need the following resources:

  • 2x Stick
  • 1x Duct Tape
  • 1x Knife

Rank 4: Stun Baton

The Stun Baton is a baton that stuns your enemies. You can't make it, but it's not as hard to get as the following weapons in this top 5. If you're looking for the Rope Gun, you can pick it up directly from a pile of skulls nearby. It's particularly useful for briefly stunning an enemy and then finishing them off with another weapon. Of course, you should know how to quickly switch between weapons, as we have already published that guide.

Rank 3: Machete

The machete is the first really powerful weapon in this list. Even though it can't keep up with the next two weapons, it's surprisingly easy to kill all kinds of enemies with. Its length makes it far superior to the tactical axe, and its damage is also impressive. If you want, you can even collect it very early in the game, so you won't have any direct problems with the natives for the time being. It is located on the beach, at a place where there are several lifeboats. Here you will find the machete in one of the boats, depending on the spawn you might be almost next to it.

Rank 2: Chainsaw

If you run around armed with a chainsaw, there are probably no enemies that will be particularly dangerous to you for the foreseeable future. Another great advantage is the ability to collect large amounts of wood very quickly, as you can naturally cut down one tree after another. On the other hand, it's not so easy to find the chainsaw. You need one of the key cards, how to get it will be explained in a future guide. With it, you can enter a large underground bunker where you can eventually find the chainsaw and many other things.

Rank 1: Katana

The Katana is probably the best melee weapon in Sons of the Forest. With its enormous damage, long range, and ability to attack quickly, it is the perfect tool to keep all kinds of enemies at bay. Similar to the chainsaw at rank 2, you'll need a keycard to use it. While it's theoretically not possible to get the katana that quickly, you can always try to get your hands on the keycard and then sprint to the katana. But until then, you should at least build the spear mentioned above to be able to defend yourself.

Top 5 ranged Weapons in Sons of the Forest

Even though there are only a handful of different weapons, you should be aware that there are big differences between bows. Since almost all ranged weapons require ammunition, you should always keep an eye on whether you have enough resources for more arrows. Remember that you can even print ammunition for your modern firearms with the 3D printer.

Tip: If you click on the name of the weapon in the list at the top of the page, you will be taken directly to the corresponding guide, which will tell you where to find that weapon. If we don't have a guide for your weapon yet, check back later as we update our Sons of the Forest guides daily.

Rank 5: Crafted Bow

Of course, the easiest weapon to make also takes its place here. Even though the bow requires a rope, it can be made as quickly as the spear. If you remember to bring enough feathers, you will always have enough arrows. Of course, the crafted bow doesn't do the most damage and isn't the most comfortable to use, but it scores points for being able to craft it very early in the game.

To craft the bow, you will need the following resources:

  • 2x Stick
  • 1x Rope
  • 1x Duct Tape

Rank 4: Stun Gun

Again, the design is very similar to the melee weapons. The stun gun is the counterpart to the stun baton. It's a small stun gun that can stun enemies at short to medium range. It can be found in a cave not far from the northern spawn. The same spawn that is also optimal for getting the Machete very quickly. There are also some enemies in the cave, so be sure to have a weapon at hand when you go to collect your stun gun.

Rank 3: Compound Bow

In fact, the compound and crossbow share third place. Both are not easy to get hold of and are similarly strong overall. However, they differ mainly in handling. That's why we chose the direct evolution of the bow, the compound bow. It does more damage, shoots faster and has a longer range than the bow. You can also aim much better with it. To get it, however, you must already have the Shovel. There is a small camp in the southwest of the map, best to look directly at the map in our article to find the location.

Rank 2: Pistol

You have probably already guessed which weapons take the 1st and 2nd place. Here, of course, it's the pistol in 2nd rank. Since you can get ammunition relatively easily, it's a very powerful and useful weapon in the fight against natives, cannibals and mutants. The special thing about it is that you can find it in two different places. One of them is so easy to reach that you hardly need anything else than a little swimming. The second weapon can be found in one of the bunkers.

Rank 1: Shotgun

Probably the most powerful weapon in the fight against uncivilized enemies in Sons of the Forest. With the shotgun, you can defeat even large crowds of enemies or strong mutants in a short amount of time. The shotgun is also easy to find, but you will definitely need a shovel. If you get a VIP keycard before you get the shovel, you can of course look for the second shotgun in the VIP area, as there are two of them on the map, just like the pistol.

Of course, the other weapons like the revolver or the fire axe are also worth mentioning, but we wanted to focus on weapons that are as accessible as possible in our top 5. Did you find your favorite weapon in our top 5, and maybe you would have chosen a different list of weapons in Sons of the Forest? Let us know in the comments!

Every tip mentioned in this guide has been practically tested by our team to ensure you receive reliable and accurate information.
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