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This game has numerous options for weapons, items, and upgrades, but players must carefully decide which to use. Choosing the correct weapon does not always mean picking the most powerful one. The most high-powered piece of artillery could be far from the most accurate or easy to master. Keeping this in mind, here’s a selection of the best weapons that can be used to great effect against both humans and the Infected.
Updated on June 30, 2022, by Ritwik Mitra: The Last of Us is one of the most well-known and enjoyable video games of all time, and it makes sense that this series is lauded by many as the very best that players can check out on the PlayStation consoles. The story of Joel and Ellie is a tragic one that is extremely well-written and makes the entire experience feel all the more amazing. The combat in The Last of Us is especially brilliant, and here are some of the best weapons that players can use to wreak havoc in the game.
10 Nail Bomb
The Nail Bomb is one of the best explosive weapons that players can craft in the game. Throwing this craftable weapon creates a huge blast that damages and incapacitates most enemies.
Given how simple it is to craft a Nail Bomb, it goes without saying that using this weapon in combat is pretty satisfying. Players can take their time picking out targets after their opponents are stunned by this damaging grenade.
9 Assault Rifle
The rapid-fire Assault Rifle absolutely tears through ammunition, making it one of the most inefficient weapons in the game. However, the sheer damage and stopping power afforded by this weapon make it well worth the risk.
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The Assault Rifle can decimate even the strongest enemies in the game with ease. So, it’s easy to see why this weapon is such a favorite for many, despite the way it absolutely eats up precious ammunition.
8 Pump Shotgun
Shotguns are satisfying in any game, and The Last of Us is no exception to this rule. The Pump Shotgun makes for one of the best weapons in the game simply because of how insane its stopping power is.
The Pump Shotgun hits like a truck, although its slow rate of fire and reload speed should be taken into account by players who start relying on this weapon. Regardless, fans of powerful short-range weapons will have a blast with this weapon… quite literally!
7 Flamethrower
Speaking of short-range weapons with immense firepower, it’s impossible to not talk about the Flamethrower here. In the most optimal situation, a single burst from this weapon will incinerate any opponents that might be troubling Joel and Ellie.
The opportunities to use this weapon are few and far between, so players should try and maximize the effectiveness of this weapon whenever possible. It might be cumbersome to use, but the massive damage power more than makes up for this minor deficiency.
6 9MM Pistol
The 9MM Pistol is “old faithful” when it comes to The Last Of Us. Compared to other weapons, it has plenty of ammo and it isn’t difficult to aim, even for beginners. This pistol takes out Runners easily with a headshot. Armored enemies may take two or three tries.
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The 9MM is upgradable at any workbench. There, players can use spare parts collected throughout the game to upgrade reload speed, clip capacity, and fire rate.
5 Molotov Cocktail
Perfect for attacking Clickers and Bloaters from a distance, the Molotov cocktail is a godsend when it comes to tough enemies, especially in groups. Once thrown, any Clickers in the area run towards the sound and directly into the flames.
If the fire fails to kill the Infected, quickly finish them off with a headshot. Use Molotovs at a safe distance away from enemies, or the fire will burn the player.
4 Hatchet
There are many melee weapons available in the first game, but the hatchet is one of the best. Hatchets are easy to find and easily upgraded with items picked up along the journey, such as scissors and tape.
Nearly equal in damage to the machete, the hatchet wins this contest purely due to its durability levels. Both weapons are capable of one-hit kills, but the hatchet just plain lasts longer.
3 Hunting Rifle
First found at the Capitol Building, the hunting rifle is a lifesaver (literally) and has a heck of a kick to it. Powerful and accurate, the hunting rifle is excellent for taking out Clickers with a single shot, but it has a very small clip. Aim carefully.
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This rifle may be upgraded at the workbench. Its upgrade options include increasing clip capacity, decreasing reload time, adding a scope, and improving power.
2 Shiv
The shiv is a tool with many functions. It opens doors and stealth kills Infected (particularly useful with Clickers). That being said, it does fall apart after a set number of uses, so be careful while relying on this weapon.
Created with collected items, they are readily available, which makes up for them being one-use weapons. Weak when used in a fight, it is best to use them for stealth kills. They also fulfill the critical role of defending players from attacks by Clickers, which in itself is so invaluable that the Shiv absolutely skyrockets to the very top of the weapon priority list.
1 Bow
Found first in Bill’s booby-trapped little town, Ellie’s bow is not incredibly accurate, but it’s silent and effective for one-shot-kills. Just crouch behind something and take out enemies without once being seen.
Another great thing about the bow is that, unlike bullets, players can retrieve arrows if they have time to get them from missed shots or fallen enemies. This is especially helpful since arrows are much more scarce than bullets.
The Last Of Us is available on PC, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.
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