This War Of Mine: Every Weapon Ranked & How To Unlock Them

This War of Mine is a poignant title that uses hardcore survival gameplay to detail the brutality of war and shows just how unnecessary the collateral damage really is. Innocent citizens are put in harm's way as they get thrust into situations out of their control. As a result, they need to fend for their own without access to protection, healthcare, or anything else along the same lines.

Players need to be crafty so that they can get through this chaotic scenario and come out relatively unscathed. Looting and searching for weapons is a great way to ensure the same, with This War of Mine providing just enough tools to help players protect themselves... regardless of the collateral damage that might arise from the same. Here are all the weapons in the game, and the best means to obtain them.

7 Crowbar

The crowbar is the first proper offensive tool that most players will have access to if they follow the natural flow of the game. It's critical to open inaccessible doors and open up pathways that were blocked off before.

The crowbar also doubles as a great melee weapon, and players will need it if they sneak around and open items in the vicinity due to its noisy nature. That being said, it's not the most effective one, and players need to be mindful if they want to make the most of this crowbar.

How To Unlock

The crowbar can be crafted at the Metal Workshop. It can also be scavenged from certain places as well.

6 Knife

The knife is the first proper weapon that most people will be able to craft in the game. It's more effective than a crowbar during a combat situation, even though it might not be as multi-purpose as some people might want or expect.

The knife is a pretty decent weapon, but there's only so far that these regular melee weapons will take players in the game. Sooner or later, they will have to secure firearms to ensure the highest level of defense possible.

How To Unlock

The knife can be crafted at the Metal Workshop. It can also be looted from enemies wielding said weapon.

5 Hatchet

The most powerful melee weapon in the game is the hatchet. The fact that it can also be used for practical purposes along with offensive ones renders the knife fairly useless after a point.

It can be used to procure wood, which is one of the most valuable materials in the game. All in all, the hatchet is one of the most valuable tools anyone can have in their arsenal... but it still pales in comparison to the various guns available in the game.

How To Unlock

The hatchet can be crafted at the Improved Metal Workshop.

4 Pistol

Ranged weapons are imperative to survive some of the more grueling encounters and areas in the game. This is where the pistol comes in handy, being one of the first firearms that players will ideally have access to.

The pistol requires ammunition to be effective, which can be a pain at times. But early on in the game, there's no better protection for the player than the pistol.

How To Unlock

A player can find a broken pistol and repair it at an Improved Metal Workshop. It can also be looted from enemies wielding said weapon.

3 Shotgun

The Shotgun is one of the best close-range weapons players can bring into a battle. Exploring closed urban areas becomes a breeze with this weapon, which can easily decimate most enemies before they even have time to blink.

Just makes sure that users of said weapon aren't wielding this weapon in open areas or over long distances. It's easier for enemies with better long-range options to maintain a distance and shoot freely with their accurate firearms, which is a surefire way to lose out on useful manpower.

How To Unlock

A player can find a broken shotgun and repair it at an Improved Metal Workshop. It can also be looted from enemies wielding said weapon or found in hidden containers and lockers if the player is lucky enough.

2 Assault Rifle

The Assault Rifle is a pretty difficult weapon to procure in This War of Mine. However, players who are resourceful enough to either find a new assault rifle or repair a broken one will have a great time with this weapon.

Keep in mind that this weapon absolutely tears through ammunition, so players should have enough of it in reserve when bringing the assault rifle into battle. It's a great and effective weapon that will drop enemies like flies and make the game's more challenging areas way easier to explore.

How To Unlock

A player can find a broken assault rifle and repair it at an Advanced Metal Workshop. It can also be bought from a military base, found on high-level enemies, and is available as extremely rare loot in lockers or containers if the player is lucky.

1 Scoped Assault Rifle

Scoped Assault Rifle in This War of Mine

The Scoped Assault Rifle is one of the most unique weapons in the entire game. It can only be obtained from one particular scenario and cannot be crafted or looted in any capacity otherwise.

The weapon has lower damage than a regular assault rifle but more than makes up for it with its amazing range. Picking off bandits and other such enemies has never been easier!