Ready Or Not: Best Weapons

Ready or Not features 4 categories of weapons, Assault Rifles, Shotguns, SMGs, and Pistols. These categories all have their own advantages, but players can only bring one primary weapon and one secondary weapon into every Ready or Not mission, so players are going to have to spend some time in the arsenal to figure out what the correct loadout would be to survive every encounter and gain that elusive S Rank.

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The best weapons in Ready or Not will certainly help players in hostile situations, but a level of skill is still required, as players will need to be like John Wick if they are supposed to survive one of the hardest but best tactical shooters of 2025. Ready or Not’s best weapons feature both lethal and non-lethal choices for all.

Updated on July 15, 2025, by Jake Fillery: Ready or Not’s Los Suenos Stories update brings a few new weapons into the fray, and some of them might have just changed the meta to get the S rank for good. Look below to see the ranking for the best Ready or Not weapons, and which ones you should add to your loadout for the next battle against crime.

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LVAR

A Carbine Rifle With a Built-in Suppressor

The LVAR is one of the best guns in the game for a few reasons. Firstly, it’s one of the most well-designed weapons, and it’s always nice to run into battle with a gun that looks as good as it feels to fire. On the topic of firing, it’s going to be a quiet delight due to its built-in suppressor.

With most guns looking better than they feel, the LVAR certainly stands out, and the fact that a suppressor is added to it automatically makes it one of the better weapons, and its attachments are rather freeing for more personalized use.

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MCX

A Popular and Modern Assault Rifle for Performance and Customization

There’s a good reason why the MCX is a popular choice among law enforcement who jump into the game ready for action. It’s a smaller carbine rifle, one that provides a brilliant performance with a great option for customization.

The MCX has a myriad of potential with its recoil control and magazine capacity, and it functions as one of the best assault rifles that will certainly aid players across their combat experiences. With its stopping power, most engagements will end with one shot.

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SLR47

An AK-Based Assault Rifle With Reliable Control

The AK47 is a classically designed weapon that features in practically every modern shooter, and the SLR47 brings forth that trend with some tactical realism. The appearance itself is great for those who simply adore this weapon, even if its shorter and stubbier design could warrant that of an AKS-74U.

Performance-wise, it’s a competent choice, a weapon that can mostly 2-tap enemies, which helps drop them fast and quick, even those armored to the teeth. Its appearance is fun, and its recoil doesn’t provide greatness in heavy engagements, so try to keep shooting accurately to see the true benefits of this gun.

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Tactical Shield

Protect Against Direct Fire With This Tactical

The Tactical Shield is something that all players can equip as their tactical addition, but it’s also something that can only be used with sidearms. As such, it’s not wise to run in with just a Tactical Shield, as players might have an incredible defense, but they will also have nothing to return fire with, thus leaving them in a pretty vulnerable spot. Armed with a sidearm, players can navigate dangerous areas and take direct fire to the face, thanks to the safety and competent durability of the Tactical Shield. Be warned; it can shatter, and it’s not wise to stay out in the open with this slow-moving support weapon.

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M14S-16

A Battle Rifle For Sharpshooters

Not many players prefer to play with a rifle in single-fire mode, and that’s why the M14S-16 also offers an auto mode as well. However, that is not the recommended fire mode as the recoil is really difficult to control, especially knowing that no vertical grip can be installed on the weapon.

That being said, M14S-16 does feel powerful when used as a single-fire marksman rifle. That is where this weapon excels. Giving the sharpshooters a joyful feel of what a decades-old weapon is capable of doing in modern chaotic engagements.

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F90

A Compact Bullpup Rifle Ideal For Close Quarters And Long Ranges

The F90 is a great Assault Rifle choice for those who want something that retains its roots with an SMG twist. The F90 is a compact weapon, and it truly shines when it comes to maneuverability and adapting to tight corners and small rooms. This makes the F90 a decent choice for combat, as it can deal with enemies quickly thanks to its responsive fire rate and recoil, and the longer barrel allows it to be used at further distances than a shotgun or SMG just wouldn’t be able to hit.

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MP5SD6

A Reliable SMG With A Built-In Silencer

Inheriting the same base as MP5, the MP5SD6 is a special build that comes with a silencer equipped by default, which is the reason why it is pretty quiet, even when compared to other weapons with a suppressor on their muzzle. So, it is indeed the best option for anyone thinking of a solo run and does need to fight quietly.

Aside from being quite silent, the weapon also comes with a very slight and quite controllable vertical recoil, which is just what every MP5 is known for. So, this weapon is actually suitable for using with magnified scopes, though that might not be every player’s preference.

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MP5A3

A Modern Marvel SMG With Incredible Recoil

Some players might want something a little more agile to bring into the field. For those players, it’s best to look at the MP5A3 SMG, which comes as a more modern version of the MP5, with major improvements to its design and handling. The MP5A3 is lightweight, allowing players to move faster, and its lack of recoil makes it so easy to use, as players will be aiming at targets and unleashing bullets of fury with little kick to stop their accuracy. The MP5A3 can fire fast and accurately with little resistance, making it a competent pick.

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.357 Magnum

A Revolver That Kicks Hard, But Hits Harder

It wouldn’t seem fair to not have any side-arms on the list, and although they are often not the main weapon players should use, it’s hard to deny that they can provide a certain kick that would be necessary against armored targets. The .357 Magnum is a classic, and fans of 80s cop movies might appreciate the nostalgia of this weapon, although sometimes nostalgia doesn’t outshine usefulness. This weapon is extremely powerful, but having only 6 shots and being a nightmare to reload can make it a tad annoying in the field, so it’s best reserved for unsuspecting enemies, or those whom players know they can confidently take out in one shot; just don’t expect an incapacitation.

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G19

A Reliable Sidearm Pistol For Agile Players

Competence is the key to a good loadout, and bringing along a trusty side-arm is the way to go. Whilst there is nothing inherently unique about the G19, that doesn’t mean it cannot impress. It’s a great side-arm, with consistent stats throughout that will easily help players in their battle against crime. The rate of fire is decent, and the ammo capacity is nice, allowing players to fire off multiple shots to try and incapacitate enemies, or more if they want them dead. It’s a reliable sidearm, and that’s really all players need out of a pistol since it isn’t their main weapon.