Best weapons in Fortnite Chapter 2 Remix: Ultimate gun tier list

Fortnite has flooded the map with classic Chapter 2 weapons with its throwback Remix season and you’ll need to know the best meta weapons to dominate your matches.

Whether it’s the Pump Shotgun, Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle, or Rocket Launcher, the influx of unvaulted weapons from Fortnite’s second chapter has majorly switched up the meta from its previous Marvel-themed season.

Following Week 3’s update for the Remix season, Epic has significantly reshuffled the weapons pool further, reintroducing 9 classic guns from Chapter 2 and removing 4. 

Here’s a list of all the top Fortnite weapons to use this season, ranked from best to worst.

Fortnite Chapter 2 Remix weapons tier list

Tier	Weapon
S-Tier	Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle, Pump Shotgun, Assault Rifle, Rocket Launcher, Heavy Shotgun
A-Tier	Heavy Assault Rifle, Suppressed Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle, Heavy Sniper Rifle, Tactical Shotgun, Pistol, Grenade Launcher, Minigun, Hunting Rifle, Tactical AR
B-Tier	Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle, Burst Assault Rifle, Suppressed Assault Rifle, Drum Gun, Heavy Assault Rifle, Rapid Fire SMG, Revolver
C-Tier	Tactical Submachine Gun, Suppressed Pistol

Our tiers explained

• S: The best weapons in the game
• A: Very good weapon 
• B: Average weapons that might perform well in certain situations
• C: Fairly useless and should be avoided

This tier list takes into account every Fortnite weapon available in both the main Battle Royale and Zero Build modes. It excludes Mythic weapons, grenades, and traps, focusing solely on the available guns and comparing their base stats.

Meta Analysis

Echoing the iconic Chapter 2 season, love it or hate it, the Pump Shotgun and Heavy Shotgun dominate close-range combat with their incredibly high damage. This has only promoted fast-paced aggressive playstyles more with players often rushing you across the map. The latter was added as part of the Week 3 loot pool updates, with both expected to remain staples of the meta till the end of the season.

Meanwhile, the trusty Assault Rifle continues to be the perfect all-rounder in Fortnite’s meta. Even with a variety of alternatives ARs available, you just can’t beat it and it’s easy enough to find in every match no matter where you land. You’ll never have to compromise and it’s only worth switching if you come across a much higher rarity variation of the Burst Assault Rifle or Tactical AR.

Similar to the Pump Shotgun meta, the Fortnite community is always divided over the OP nature of Sniper Rifles. They’ve returned in Remix with four different variants, and all but the Semi-Automatic Rifle can eliminate you with a single headshot from across the map. Apart from the Heavy Sniper, they all also have fast ADS which makes them even useful for fast medium-range snipes during combat.

Finally, it wouldn’t be classic Fortnite without Rocket Launchers and Grenade Launchers, and both are strong in the meta to no surprise. However, Rocket Launchers take the top spot due to their effectiveness and higher damage in both the main Battle Royale and Zero Build mode.

S-Tier

Weapon	DPS	Damage	Fire Rate	Magazine Size	Reload Time	Image
Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle	74.25	99	0.75	1	3.3s
Pump Shotgun	64.4	92	0.7	5	5.1s
Assault Rifle	170.5	30	5.5	30	2.625s
Rocket Launcher	75	100	0.75	1	3.6s
Heavy Shotgun	70	70	1	7	6.25s

Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle

The ultimate long-range weapon, capable of eliminating players with full shields in a single headshot. Its high precision and ADS make it not only makes it incredibly fun to use but also invaluable for quickly hitting devastating shots at all ranges.

Pump Shotgun

The Pump Shotgun, one of Fortnite’s most iconic weapons, reigns supreme in close-quarters combat—provided you don’t miss your shots. It deals 92 damage from a standard hit and up to 200 damage with a headshot. However, its slower Fire Rate demands careful aim compared to the much faster-firing Tactical Shotgun.

Assault Rifle

Known for versatility, the classic AR deals 30 damage per shot, offering a mix of consistent mid-range control and effective long-range bursts. Its consistent DPS and adaptability make it a staple for all playstyles and situations. With enough ammo, this weapon can even carry you to victory on its own as the perfect all-rounder.

Rocket Launcher

A game-changing explosive weapon, the Legendary variant deals up to 130 damage, especially excelling at destroying builds in the main Battle Royale mode. However, it still is effective at forcing enemies out of cover in both the build and non-build modes, as well as destroying vehicles. Its area-of-effect damage is perfect for fighting against squads, albeit at the cost of a lengthy reload time.

Heavy Shotgun

Delivering powerful single-shot damage, the Heavy Shotgun rewards precision with high damage output while maintaining a better range than most shotguns. Despite having a slighter faster Fire Rate than the Pump Shotgun, you will still need to make sure you hit your shots to avoid getting wiped out in critical close-quarters moments. If you’re finding the Pump or Heavy Shotgun challenging to master, the Tactical Shotgun is a more forgiving and reliable alternative.

A-Tier

Weapon	DPS	Damage	Fire Rate	Magazine Size	Reload Time	Image
Heavy Assault Rifle	135	36	3.75	25	3.08s
Suppressed Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle	87	116	0.75	1	1.9s
Heavy Sniper Rifle	80.64	126	0.64	1	3.8s
Tactical Shotgun	115.5	77	1.5	8	6.27s
Pistol	162	24	6.75	16	1.54s
Grenade Launcher	70	70	1	6	3s
Minigun	228	19	12	0	5s
Hunting Rifle	68.8	86	0.8	1	1.89s
Tactical AR	154	22	7	30	2.31s

B-Tier

Weapon	DPS	Damage	Fire Rate	Magazine Size	Reload Time	Image
Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle	116.4	97	1.2	10	2.47s
Burst Assault Rifle	74.4	31	2.4	20	2.75s
Suppressed Assault Rifle	165	30	5.5	30	2.3s
Drum Gun	168	21	8	40	3.15s
Rapid Fire SMG	195	13	15	20	1.65s
Revolver	81	54	1.5	6	2.2s

C-Tier

Weapon	DPS	Damage	Fire Rate	Magazine Size	Reload Time	Image
Tactical Submachine Gun	162	18	9	25	2.21s
Suppressed Pistol	155.25	23	6.75	12	1.54s

Epic announced at the start of the season that Fortnite will receive a Week 4 content update as part of the Remix schedule, which is expected to further shake up the weapons pool. Any changes to the loot pool will be updated in the tier list.

Check out our other Chapter 2 Remix guides on every NPC location, all weekly quests, and tips to get better and win a Victory Royale.