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Far Cry 6 best weapons – our choices to take on Castillo’s forces

Our selection of the best weapons in Far Cry 6 that you can find in Yara

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Far Cry 6 

There are a lot of Far Cry 6 weapons to choose from when it comes to exploring Yara and taking on the hordes of soldiers across the game’s open world. With different rarities, bonuses, and perks, it can be overwhelming to figure out where you should spend your resources and which guns are the most valuable.

Well, fear not as we have the details about Far Cry 6‘s best weapons and which ones should form a part of your loadout. Ranging from powerful Resolver weapons to traditional assault rifles and more, there is a diverse selection of guns to choose from, whether you prefer shotguns, rifles, or silenced weapons.

If you are looking to bolster your arsenal in a number of other ways, you can also add Amigos companions to your team to help you out and equip yourself with Far Cry 6’s Supremo backpacks. Read on to see which of the Far Cry 6’s best weapons complement these nifty little gadgets.

Far Cry 6 Best Weapons

Here are our choices for the best weapons to use in Far Cry 6:

Far Cry 6 Best Weapons: The La Varita rifle as shown in the menu.

La Varita

This Resolver Weapon is the strongest in the game. This rifle comes equipped with powerful bullets that can drop Castillo’s forces quickly with unparalleled stopping power. Even better is that if you pair this with the Triador Supremo, you can shoot through walls and pieces of cover. To find this rifle you will need to find three relics across Yara. But, lucky for you we have the Triada Relic locations right here.

Far Cry 6 Best Weapons: The Crack and Pop machine gun in the menu.

Crackle And PoP

This unique LMG is all about unrelenting firepower. With only hip fire available as an option, this weapon is once again perfect for mid-range fights. You will have to control the unrelenting beast that is its recoil, but the damage output is virtually unmatched. Check out our guide on all the Far Cry 6 Unique Weapon locations for where to find it.

Far Cry 6 Best Weapons: The El Susuro weapon as shown in the menu.

El Susurro

This Resolver Weapon is a fantastic stealth tool if that is how you are planning to play Far Cry 6. The short-range silent pistol shoots nails and drops opponents instantly if you nail a headshot on them.

Far Cry 6 Best Weapons: The Streamline Moderne weapon as shown in the menu.

Streamline Moderne

This unique weapon is one of the most powerful SMGs in Far Cry 6 and one of the best weapons. The mods equipped ensures you have fast handling and the ability to quickly move around while aiming down sights. Combine that with the incredible stopping power and you have a mainstay for your arsenal. Check out our guide on all the Far Cry 6 Unique Weapon locations for where to find it.

Far Cry 6 Best Weapons: The Hi-Fi Rifle as shown in the menu.

HI-FI

This unique rifle is another absolute beast when it comes to damage output. Complete with an enhanced zoom scope it is a reliable weapon that won’t ever let you down in a tough gunfight. Check out our guide on all the Far Cry 6 Unique Weapon locations for where to find it.

Far Cry 6 Best Weapons: The COM.PEW.TER weapon as shown in the menu.

COM.PEW.TER

This unique shotgun is one to have fun with in Far Cry 6. Its high velocity and powerful rounds will cause enemies to bounce and ragdoll around as they take a shot to the face. If you want to deal the most damage, this isn’t the choice. But, if you want to knock enemies off cliffs and into walls then seek out this shotgun. Check out our guide on all the Far Cry 6 Unique Weapon locations for where to find this best weapon.

That covers all the Fary Cry 6 best weapons. Be sure to get yourself equipped for the main campaign or one of the many free DLC items coming to Far Cry 6. You can also get more help as you play with our Far Cry 6 walkthrough.

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Echo Apsey is a writer with five years of experience covering the PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, as well as the best games and franchises. You'll find plenty of guides on Call of Duty, XDefiant, Spider-Man 2, Starfield, Mortal Kombat 1, and more. Additionally, they regularly update The Loadout's PS Plus and Xbox Game Pass games lists. You can also find reviews and features on games and console hardware. In their time writing, they have attended industry events like Gamescom and WASD. Additionally, they have conducted interviews with the teams behind Lords of the Fallen, Blue Protocol, Dying Light 2, and more since beginning their writing journey at university.