Best Dying Light The Beast Weapons Guide
You can’t always run from danger in Dying Light: The Beast. When fights come, the right weapon can decide whether you clear a street of Biters or get dragged down. Some tools are stronger, faster, or easier to replace than others, making them stand out as the best options in the game.
Best Melee Weapons
Ironclad Machete
A one-handed blade with fast swings and low stamina cost. It is reliable throughout most of the story and works well with early mods.
Town Hall Scythe
A massive farming weapon that deals sweeping strikes. Found at the Old Town vendor, it clears large groups if you time your swings carefully.
Reinforced Tonfa
A sturdy police baton that hits hard without burning stamina. Add mods and it becomes a durable and efficient mid-game weapon.
Best Ranged Weapons
Hunting Bow
Silent, accurate, and versatile. Fire and shock arrow upgrades make it one of the strongest weapons in the game, especially for Dark Zones.
Crossbow
Bolts hit harder than arrows and can be modified for explosions. It is less stealthy than the bow but offers higher raw damage.
Military Shotgun
Point it at anything up close and it won’t get back up. Ammo is harder to manage, but the damage makes it worth carrying.
Best Craftable Weapons
Extinguisher Club
A mace made from a fire extinguisher, cheap to replace and strong enough to knock down enemies. Best used early before higher-tier weapons appear.
Spiked Knuckles
Fast melee weapons that excel in one-on-one fights. With bleed mods, they can bring down even tough enemies over time.
Molotovs and Firecrackers
Not melee, but essential. Molotovs wipe clustered enemies, while Firecrackers give you breathing room when surrounded.
Final Blurb
The best weapons in Dying Light: The Beast balance speed, stamina use, and versatility. Carry a mix of one-handed weapons like machetes, heavy hitters like hammers or scythes, and ranged tools like bows or shotguns. Add in craftables for backup, and you’ll always have the right weapon to survive Castor Woods.
FAQ
What is the best early game weapon?
The Hunting Bow and Ironclad Machete are strong early picks that stay useful when upgraded.
Which weapon is strongest against groups?
Two-handed options like the Scythe or Skull Cracker Hammer hit multiple enemies in one swing.
What is the best ranged weapon?
The Hunting Bow, since it’s silent, upgradeable, and easy to maintain with craftable arrows.
Should I craft or loot weapons?
Both. Craftables like the Extinguisher are cheap backups, while looted gear like the Scythe or Shotgun gives peak damage.
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