It took a decade, but STALKER 2 is finally coming out, and players can’t wait to get their hands on it. This survival first-person shooter will be released with over 35 weapons at launch and more coming via DLC. However, some leaks have revealed some of the guns that will be available on the game’s release.
Weapon leaks are nothing new to first-person shooters, so finding out about these guns in advance was expected. Not every weapon has been leaked, but more than half are shown, giving gun enthusiasts variety when playing. Here are the guns that will be playable during this game’s launch.
STALKER 2 guns available at launch
A post on the game’s subreddit revealed almost every weapon launching with the game. Over 30 weapons are shown, with more guns likely coming through updates or DLC. Still, this is a solid preview of things to come.
Handguns/Pistols
No matter how powerful other weapons are in FPS games the pistol is always reliable. These guns ave decent firing accuracy, look good and pack decent ammo, players can’t go wrong with these weapons.
These are the handguns that STALKER 2 players will be able to use at launch:
- Heckler & Kosch USP Tactical
- Makarov PM
- Revolver
Releasing only three handguns at launch has fans scratching their heads with these choices. More handguns will probably be available through updates or DLC down the line. At the least, these developers chose some powerful handguns to use in the game.
Submachine Guns
A good compromise between something small like a pistol and powerful like an assault rifle, submachine guns remain a popular choice in FPS games. Carrying a ton of ammo and dishing out decent damage, these weapons should play an interesting role in this survival FPS.
Here are the submachine guns launching with STALKER 2:
- Heckler & Koch MP5A3
- KRISS Vector
- OTs-02 Kiparis
- PP-19 Bizon-2
- MAC-10
Shotguns
Few weapons are more impactful than a shotgun. The shotgun is bad at long-range but excellent for close-quarters combat, few guns can compare to one of these. Players should always pack one when playing the multiplayer.
Here are all of the shotguns that will be available during the launch of STALKER 2:
- Franchi SPAS-12
- M26 Modular Accessory Shotgun System
- Over and under shotgun
- Saiga-12K
- Sawn-off double barreled shotgun
- Standard Manufacturing DP-12
Rifles
Easily some of the most powerful weapons in games and real-life, few guns can compare to a rifle. There’s a reason why FPS games always load up on these firearms, as they pack plenty of punch. Luckily, there’s a decent amount of options for players anticipating the survival FPS.
Here are all of the rifles coming to STALKER 2 so far:
- AK-74
- AKS-74
- AKS-74U
- AS Val
- Heckler & Koch G36
- Malyuk
- IWI Carmel
- Heckler & Koch HK416
- M14 Rifle
- OTs-14-4A Groza
- Tavor
- Gauss Rifle
Sniper Rifles
One of the trickier weapons to use in most games, the sniper rifle is best used for patient and strategic players. Getting a shot or two off with this weapon usually ensures instant death in the battlefield. It’s also great for a game called STALKER since you’re expected to use stealth more than usual.
These are the sniper rifles coming to STALKER 2:
- Remington 700
- VSS Vintorez
- SVD
- SVU
Machine Guns
For players who just want to go guns-a-blazing, few weapons are more satisfying than a machine gun. Packing plenty of ammo and dealing considerate damage, these weapons will unleash hell to unprepared players.
Oddly enough, there’s only one confirmed machine gun for STALKER 2. More machine guns could be added after launch, but this is the only firearm of the category thus far:
- PKP Pechenebeg
Launchers
Players who want to eliminate everyone within an area can use these launchers in STALKER 2. The survival FPS will launch with one missile and grenade launcher, ensuring plenty of chaos. Expect even more of these launchers to be available after launch.
For now, here are the launchers that will be a part of STALKER 2:
- GP-25
- RPG-7
Grenades
You can’t have an FPS without grenades. These smaller explosives add to the game’s strategy since players will sneak around enemies before blowing them up. Granted, these grenades will make sounds before exploding but a well-timed throw can decide who lives or dies.
At the time of writing, these are the grenades coming to STALKER 2:
- F-1
- RGD-5
That’s everything we know about the STALKER 2 guns available at launch. For more on STALKER 2, check out the game’s system requirements and if its coming to PlayStation.