The best weapon in Survive The Swarm depends on the offers and gear in your current run. Because the beta receives weekly updates, use the live descriptions instead of relying on an old list of item names or drop rates.
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Compare Every Weapon
| Test | Question |
|---|---|
| Wave clear | Can it hit enough enemies to keep an escape lane open? |
| Boss pressure | Can it deal steady damage to one tough target? |
| Evolution | Do your current choices support its evolution? |
| Gear synergy | Does it reinforce the bonuses you already have? |
| Safety | Can you use it while moving and reading boss attacks? |
Keep at least one group-clear option and one way to pressure a boss. A weapon with modest base power can become the better choice when it completes an evolution or gear synergy. A rare-looking option can weaken the run when it pulls upgrades away from a nearly complete setup.
Pick for the Mode
Normal runs reward a balanced loadout and a safe path back to the portal. The 20-map Gauntlet favors repeatable performance over a lucky burst. Infinite Dungeons demand choices that continue to help as difficulty rises. In co-op, coordinate weapon roles so the group covers both swarms and bosses.
Check current stats after every patch and use the best build guide to place each weapon inside a complete plan.