Let’s be honest – if you’ve spent any time in ARC Raiders lately, you’ve probably been on the wrong end of the Anvil. It’s everywhere, and it’s changing how people play. I’ve been grinding runs, getting wiped, and finally piecing together what works and what’s just dead weight. This isn’t just about hitting hard – it’s about how a gun handles when a Grunt’s charging you, how much ammo you burn, and whether it’ll save your skin when things go south. Oh, and if you’re trying to keep up with the meta, having enough ARC Raiders Coins on hand never hurts.

S-Tier: The Game Changers

Anvil: It’s basically a win button. Heavy rocket launcher, hits like a truck, and that gravity well it spawns? Pure chaos for the enemy. Pulls smaller ARCs in, stuns the big ones, and makes holding an extraction point almost boring. Sure, reload’s slow and ammo’s rare, but when one shot clears a patrol, you don’t complain.

Hornet: The SMG that feels unfair in the best way. Fires fast, barely kicks, and just chews through armor. In PvP, it’s brutal at close and mid-range. If you find one, you don’t swap it out – it’s perfect alongside a heavy weapon like the Anvil.

A-Tier: Reliable Workhorses

Bastion: Classic assault rifle. Not flashy, but it’s solid in every fight. Decent damage, good accuracy, enough rounds to get you through a messy push. Whether you’re picking off snipers or locking down a hallway, it’s a gun you can trust.

Hammerhead: Shotgun king. Tight spaces? It ends fights fast. One-shot weaker enemies, wrecks armor up close. You’ve just got to respect its short range and pump rhythm – mistime it and you’re in trouble.

Knowing your loadout is half the fight. Against ARCs, aim for weak spots – that glowing red eye on a Golem isn’t just for show. Hammerhead’s great for busting leg armor to slow big threats. The Anvil? That’s your panic option when a Queen drops in. Use height to your advantage – roofs, cliffs, whatever keeps you out of their ground attack range. PvP flips the script. Movement’s everything – slide, jump, keep cover. Don’t stand still. Hornet dominates here, but a smart player with a Hammerhead can own indoors. And never forget gadgets – an EMP grenade at the right moment can shut down abilities and open a fight in your favor. If you’re serious about winning, think about positioning as much as aim, and make sure you’ve got enough Raider Tokens buy to keep your gear in top shape.